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20230628-007: Joint Recommendation in Support of Transgender Rights — original pdf
JOINT INCLUSSION COMMITTEE (JIC) RECOMMENDATION 20230628-007 STATEMENT OF TRANSGENDER RIGHTS Date: June 28, 2023 Subject: Joint Endorsement of the Human Rights Commission’s Recommendation 20230424-07: Statement of Transgender Rights Motioned by: Commissioner Rebecca Austen Seconded By: Commissioner Richard Bondi HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION 20230424-07 JOINTLY ENDORSED RECOMMENDATION TO AUSTIN CITY COUNCIL WHEREAS, as outlined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, all human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights, and WHEREAS, decisions regarding the healthcare of children should be made by the parents, in consult with their children and their doctors, and WHEREAS, in the 88th session of the Texas Legislature, legislation is currently being considered that, should it become law, would deny the right of parents and their children to seek gender- affirming healthcare of any kind, and WHEREAS, denial of gender-affirming healthcare is hateful and harmful, and can cause extreme emotional and physical distress for transgender children and their families, and WHEREAS; the Texas Legislature is also considering a constitutional amendment that would assert and guarantee Parental Rights; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Joint Inclusion Committee of the City of Austin urges the Mayor and the City Council to condemn this attempt to interfere with the rights of parents to make decisions with and on behalf of their children regarding their physical and mental health, and that we stand united in our support of transgender children and adults, as well as with all LGTBQIA+ communities everywhere. ROLL CALL VOTE: 5 – 1 – 0 For: African American Resource Advisory Commission: Serita Fontanesi Commission for Women: Rebecca Austen Asian American Quality-of-Life Advisory Commission: Hanna Huang Commission on Aging: Richard Bondi Commission on Immigrant Affairs: Miriam Dorantes Hispanic/Latino Quality-of Life-Resource Advisory Commission: Amanda Afifi Against: None. Abstain: Human Rights Commission: Kimberly Brienzi & Morgan Davis Absent: Early Childhood Council: Leonor Vargas & Eliza Gordon Attest: Jeremy Garza, Staff Liaison, Equity Office: LGBTQ+ Quality-of-Life Advisory Commission: VACANT at time of vote. Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities: Jennifer Powell & Elizabeth Meyer x_______________________________
COA Telework Policy PowerPoint Presentation to JIC — original pdf
City of Austin’s Te le work Equity Impact Joint Inclusion Committee June 28, 20 23 Whitne y Holt Pushing for a return to office rather than expanding telework demonstrates leadership that is out of touch with the needs of taxpayers and the workforce. Repealing telework is an effective pay cut that will have disproportionately negative impact across race and gender. Telework facilitates a more diverse and inclusive workplace. A fully maximized telework policy is the only option that both saves taxpayers money and brings the City of Austin closer to our Climate Equity goals. Even when commutes are reduced in frequency, the function and existence of office buildings being utilized even just one day a week by each worker negatively impacts the environment and diverts land resources from projects that better meet community needs.
Community Investment Budget_PowerPoint Presentation to the JIC — original pdf
Welcome to the Community Investment Budget Information Session! Hosted by Equity Action AT X Introductions Who is Equity Action? ● Equity Action is a P olitical Action Committee (P AC) focused on centering equity and justice in Austin’s political system. W hat is the Community Investment Budget? ● In collaboration with dozens of community organizations, Equity Action has been facilitating a 2024 Community Investment Budget that will ask Austin City Council to commit to invest directly to community needs, such as: increased wages for P arent Support Specialists, emergency rental assistance and tenant support services, social services for those experiencing homelessness, increased funding for park support, and much more. History of CIB and other Community-Led Budget Initiatives Austin has a long history of community-based budgeting. ● Over many years Communities of Color United presented their P eople’s Budget. T hey started something amazing, where people discuss and decide priorities for local spending. ● T hen in 2021, the Austin P olice Association and Save Austin Now put a measure on the ballot that would have required Austin to spend all the available new money coming in on police, regardless of other needs. Austin said No W ay! ● Out of that big coalition to protect the budget came the first Community Investment Budget for F Y22-23. W e pressed the city to think about public safety in a new way -- well maintained parks, shelter, youth activities, EMS’s staffing, an independent forensic lab. ● T his year we’re back, because housing stability, workforce development, child development, and increasing wages for City Employees and EMS should be of utmost priority in the upcoming budget cycle. Who are the organizations involved? ACLU of Texas Alliance for Safety and Justice Austin Area Urban League Austin Community Law Center Austin Environmental Democrats Austin Justice Coalition Austin Mutual Aid Austin Urban Technology Movement Avow Blackland CDC Black Lives Veggies The Nonprofit Black Mamas ATX Community Resilience Trust Crime Survivors for Safety and Justice District 5 for Black Lives East Austin Conservancy Education Austin Equity Action Fruitful Commons Fund Texas Choice Go Austin/ Vamos Austin Ground Game Texas Hungry Hill Foundation Just Liberty Lilith Fund MISMA (Mujeres Inspiradas en Sueños, Metas y Acciones) Planning Our Communities Pro Choice with Heart Public Citizen Save Our Springs Alliance Sierra Club, Austin Regional Group Statewide Leadership Council Sunrise Movement Austin Survive2Thrive Foundation Sustainable Food Center Texas Center for Justice …
FY24 Financial Forecast from City Manager's Office — original pdf
Table of Contents General Fund ................................................................................. 3 Enterprise Departments Typical Ratepayer Impact ..................................................... 9 Austin Code ........................................................................... 10 Austin Convention Center .................................................... 12 Austin Energy ........................................................................ 14 Austin Resource Recovery ................................................... 19 Austin Water ......................................................................... 23 Aviation .................................................................................. 27 Development Services ......................................................... 29 Transportation and Public Works ...................................... 31 Watershed Protection ......................................................... 35 Capital Improvement Program ................................................ 39 Unfunded Items from Council ................................................... 41 Appendix: 2023 Economic & Sales Tax Forecast ................ 45 General Fund Forecast Expenditures The General Fund is the general operating fund for the City of Austin. It includes ten departments that provide programs, activities, and services directly to the citizens of Austin, as well as to surrounding communities. Total FY 2024 base expenditures for the General Fund are projected at $1.33 billion, which is $50.0 million, or 3.9%, higher than the FY 2023 Approved Budget. The largest portion of the General Fund budget, approximately 64.4%, is allocated to the four existing public safety departments: Police, Fire, Emergency Medical Services and Forensic Science. The community service departments, namely Parks and Recreation, Austin Public Health, Library, Animal Services, Municipal Court and the Housing and Planning Department collectively comprise 29.7% of the General Fund budget. Transfers & Other represent the remaining 5.9% of General Fund resources. Uses of Funds ‐ General Fund ($1,327.4 million) Parks and Recreation 9.2% Housing and Planning 1.5% Municipal Court 2.9% Libraries 5.1% Austin Public Health 9.6% Forensic Science 1.1% For the FY 2024 Forecast, General Fund expenditures are projecting to increase by $50.0 million over the FY 2023 Amended Budget. Major cost drivers and year-over-year adjustments include: Sworn public safety personnel costs in the amount of $38.4 million, including for pay enhancements approved in 2023, increased health insurance and pension contribution costs, and the projected impact of prospective new meet-and-confer agreements; o EMS, Fire, and Police labor negotiations are on-going and this forecast includes placeholder values—projected based on market factors and historical trends—for the ultimate cost of these contracts; $14.3 million for personnel and benefit cost drivers for our civilian workforce related to wages, market-driven salary adjustments, health insurance, and pension contribution increases; Police 36.3% Transfers & Other 5.9% Animal Services 1.4% Emergency Medical Services 9.1% Fire 17.9% FY 2024-2028 FINANCIAL FORECAST REPORT3 I Page $10.0 million to return to a cash-funding model for Police vehicle replacements and associated wireless equipment expenses, as the frequency and regularity of their replacement make …
JIC Budget Workshop & Town Hall Dates (Fall 2023) — original pdf
Joint Inclusion Commi(cid:425)ee FY23‐24/FY24‐25 Budget Process Please save these dates! Budget Workshop: This is a special workshop, jointly organized by the Budget Office & Equity Office, that invites all budget workgroups from all ten commissions to a(cid:425)end and meet face to face with the department leadership and their staff from the City Departments whom y’all have submi(cid:425)ed budget recommenda(cid:415)ons to. This event offers commissioners an opportunity to strengthen rela(cid:415)onships with department leadership, and ques(cid:415)on priori(cid:415)es and ques(cid:415)on if, where, and how your budget recommenda(cid:415)ons have been approved and incorporated or rejected. City Departments normally in a(cid:425)endance include: Aus(cid:415)n Public Health, Parks & Recrea(cid:415)on Department, Aus(cid:415)n Transporta(cid:415)on Department, Aus(cid:415)n Housing & Planning Department, Communica(cid:415)ons & Public Informa(cid:415)on Office, Economic Development Department, Aus(cid:415)n Public Library, and more! Saturday, September 16th, 2023 from 11am to 1pm Budget Town Halls: Last year, we could these “Quality‐of‐Life Town Halls.” These events are the only formal community outreach that commissions organize every year. These town halls invite members of the public to come and share the most important issues impac(cid:415)ng their lives, which will help shape budget recommenda(cid:415)ons for FY24‐25 which are due at the end of March 2024. These events also provide an opportunity to let members of the public influence the advocacy priori(cid:415)es for all commissions. These town halls are only successful if commissioners help organize, spread the word, and help get people to a(cid:425)end. Wednesday, October 18th, 2023 ‐ Budget Town Hall #1 for the public (Evening/Night‐ time Dinner Event, 6:30pm ‐ 8:00pm) HOSTED IN PERSON Thursday, October 26th, 2023 ‐ Budget Town Hall #2 for the public (Day‐time/Lunch Saturday, November 4th, 2023 ‐ Budget Town Hall #3 for the public (Weekend/Saturday Event, 12:00 pm ‐ 1:30 pm) HOSTED VIRTUALY ONLY Event, 11:00 am ‐ 12:30 pm) HOSTED IN PERSON Pending approval from the Budget Office on a 4th Town Hall hosted VIRTUALY ONLY
Joint Inclusion Committee Telework Report — original pdf
Joint Inclusion Committee Telework Report (1) Pushing for a return to office rather than expanding telework demonstrates leadership that is out of touch with the needs of taxpayers and the workforce. Travis County recently won national recognition for their telework policy. Among the many benefits cited by Commissioner Shea, includes the $1.3 million saved in utilities costs for 2020-2021 for the 50% of their workforce (~2500) that is eligible for complete or mostly remote work. Outside consultants estimated that Travis County could reduce its administrative space by as much as 83%, or more than 1 million square feet. About 40% of the county's real estate is made up of administrative space. Even though the percentages wouldn’t be exact based on the difference between City and County services, roughly speaking if these were reflected of City resources, we could expect: ● 8000 workers working completely or mostly remote. The City stated that 5,817 workers currently telework; however, this seems low and it was unclear how the numbers account for workers who have been required to conduct all or part of their week in office despite lack of business need to do so. This means 8000 fewer cars on the road, and a reduction in the traffic, environmental, and safety concerns related to these commutes. ● Well over one billion dollars in cost savings in just a few years due to the $48,126,000 spent annually on building leases alone (pg. 71 of document, pg 98 of PDF), and $541,000 on land. This cost does not include the multi millions spent on utilities, maintenance, landscaping, security, insurance, and other administrative building related costs. Embracing a maximized telework policy allows for better utilization of real estate and taxpayer dollars, which is outlined in more detail on page 10. In addition to the cost savings cited by Travis County, Commissioner Shea outlines the positive impact that telework has had on their recruitment and retention: “The remote work policy has been a boon for recruitment, according to Zephyr Stone, the county’s talent planning and engagement manager. Compared to fewer than 23,000 applications in 2019, the county received more than 30,000 in 2020, before settling down to just below 30,000 in the past two years.” This stands in stark contrast to the City’s vacancy rate being up 60% from where it was in 2019. Part of the coordinated Citywide campaign to reduce vacancy rates included the benefit …
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REGULAR CALLED MEETING of the ETHICS REVIEW COMMISSION JUNE 28, 2023 at 6:00 P.M. AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS & COMMISSIONS ROOM, #1101 301 W 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Ethics Review Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public Speakers: Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak once, either in-person or remotely, and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. If participating remotely by telephone, a speaker must register no later than noon the day before the meeting. To register to speak remotely, contact Lizette Benitez at (512) 974-2915 or lizette.benitez@austintexas.gov or contact Meredith Mooney at (512) 974-2667 or meredith.mooney@austintexas.gov. Vice-Chair Mary Kahle Haksoon Andrea Low Vacancy – District 3 Vacancy – Mayor’s nominee Secretary Nguyen Stanton-Adams William Ross Pumfrey Mikki Teneyuca CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Chair Luis Soberon Amy Casto Michael Lovins Sidney Williams CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA There is no limit on the number of speakers who may speak on agenda items. There is a limit on the number of speakers who may speak on items not posted on the agenda—only the first ten speakers who register prior to the meeting being called to order will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address non-agenda items. For more information on public communication, please see the “Notice Regarding Public Communication” at the end of this agenda. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Consideration, discussion, and potential action regarding: 1 1. 2. 3. 4. Review of the jurisdictional determination for the complaint filed by Janice Felder against John Umphress, raising claimed violations of City Code Chapter 2-1 (City Boards), Section 2-1-48 (Rules of Order). Review and approve potential amendments to City Code Chapter 4-8 (Regulation of Lobbyists), Sections 4-8-8 (Appearance) and 4-8-10 (Audit). APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the Ethics Review Commission Regular Meeting on May 24, 2023. Approve the minutes of the Ethics Review Commission Special Called Meeting on June 5, 2023. 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 Lizette Benitez, Wajiha …
Approved Minutes — original pdf
ETHICS REVIEW COMMISSION REGULAR CALLED MEETING MINUTES JUNE 28, 2023 The Ethics Review Commission convened in a Regular Commission meeting on June 28, 2023, at City Hall, Boards & Commissions Room #1101, at 301 W 2nd Street in Austin, Texas and via Videoconference. Chair Soberon called the Ethics Review Commission Meeting to order at 6:14 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Chair Luis Soberon, Secretary Nguyen Stanton-Adams and Commissioners Amy Casto, Haksoon Andrea Low, Michael Lovins, William Ross Pumfrey, Mikki Teneyuca and Sidney Williams were present at City Hall. Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: None. Commissioners Absent: Vice-Chair Mary Kahle. Vacancy: Mayor’s nominee and District 3 nominee. City Staff in Attendance: Lizette Benitez, Staff Liaison; and Victoria Hayslett, Commission Executive Liaison & Assistant City Attorney. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL No one registered to speak during Public Communication. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Consideration, discussion, and potential action regarding: 1. Review of the jurisdictional determination for the complaint filed by Janice Felder against John Umphress, raising claimed violations of City Code Chapter 2-1 (City Boards), Section 2-1-48 (Rules of Order). Prior to the June Regular Commission meeting, Chair Soberon made the determination that the Felder-Umphress complaint was not within the jurisdiction of the Commission. No action was taken on this agenda item. 2. Review and approve potential amendments to City Code Chapter 4-8 (Regulation of Lobbyists), Sections 4-8-8 (Appearance) and 4-8-10 (Audit). 1 Corrie Stokes City Auditor, briefed the Commission on the amendments to City Code Chapter 4-8 (Regulation of Lobbyists), Sections 4-8-8 (Appearance) and 4-8-10 (Audit), made by the Law Department. The Commission asked questions of City Auditor Stokes. Chair Soberon’s motion to approve the amendments to City Code Chapter 4-8 with the change to replace “periodically” with “every 3 years” was approved on an 8-0 vote of all members present. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Williams. Voting in favor: Chair Soberon, Secretary Stanton-Adams and Commissioners Casto, Low, Pumfrey, Lovins, Teneyuca and Williams. Vice-Chair Kahle was absent. Chair Soberon briefly recessed the meeting at 6:39 p.m., and called the meeting back into session at 6:41 p.m. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2023. 3. Approve the minutes of the Ethics Review Commission Regular Meeting on May 24, Secretary Stanton-Adams’ motion to adopt the minutes was approved on a 7-1 vote of all members present. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Teneyuca. Voting in favor: Secretary Stanton-Adams and Commissioners Casto, Low, Pumfrey, Lovins, Teneyuca and Williams. Chair Soberon …
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Recommendation 20230628-002: Proposed amendments to City Code Chapter 4-8, Sections 4-8-8 (Appearance), and 4-8-10 (Audit) — original pdf
ETHICS REVIEW COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION 20230628-001 Date: June 28, 2023 Subject: Lobbyist Appearance and Audit Motioned By: Chair Luis Soberon Seconded By: Commissioner Sidney Williams Recommendation Recommend that Austin City Council approve the proposed amendments to City Code Chapter 4-8 (Regulation of Lobbyists), Sections 4-8-8 (Appearance), and 4-8-10 (Audit). The commission voted to approve the attached proposed ordinance at its June 28, 2023 meeting. Vote: 8-0 of the 8 members present For: Chair Luis Soberon, Secretary Nguyen Stanton-Adams, Amy Casto, Haksoon Andrea Low, William Ross Pumfrey, Michael Lovins, Mikki Teneyuca, Sidney Williams Against: None Absent: Vice-Chair Mary Kahle Attest: Wajiha Rizvi Assistant City Attorney & Executive Liaison Ethics Review Commission 1 of 1 ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 4-8 OF THE CITY CODE RELATING TO LOBBYING. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: PART 1. Subsection (C) of City Code Section 4-8-8 (Appearance) is amended to read: § 4-8-8 APPEARANCE. (C) A person who communicates directly [in person] with a City official for compensation on behalf of another person during a scheduled meeting on a municipal question shall disclose in writing to the city department, or office: (1) the name and address of the person; (2) the name of the City official with whom they are meeting; (3) the name of the client or person on whose behalf the appearance or contact is made; and (4) a statement regarding whether the person has received or expects to receive compensation for the appearance or contact. 18 PART 2. City Code Section 4-8-10 (Audit) is amended to read: 19 § 4-8-10 [AUDIT] REVIEW. The city auditor shall [annually] review the recorded information described in 4-8- 8(E) every three years [conduct an audit of a statistically representative random sample of lobby registrants, but not less than five percent of registrants,] to ensure [that registrants' filings are in] compliance and to assess the risk of non-compliance. Not later than the 14th business day after finding an apparent violation, the auditor shall notify the city clerk, the city attorney, and the Ethics Review Commission. PART 3. This ordinance takes effect on _______________, 2023. Page 1 of 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 PASSED AND APPROVED § § …
2020-2022 Annual Internal Review Report — original pdf
2020 - 2022 Internal Review Report ETHICS REVIEW COMMISSION This report covers Ethics Review Commission activity from 01/01/2020 to 12/31/2022 The Board/Commission mission statement is set forth in the following provisions of the City Code: § 2-1-145 - ETHICS REVIEW COMMISSION. The Ethics Review Commission has duties and responsibilities established by Chapter 2-2 (Campaign Finance) and Chapter 2-7 (Ethics and Financial Disclosure). § 2-2-65 OTHER CONSIDERATIONS FOR CAMPAIGN CONTRACT. (A) A candidate who signs a campaign contract must participate in a series of candidate forums, whether or not the candidate qualifies for funds. (B) The Ethics Review Commission shall produce not fewer than three forums for each contested race as follows: (1) (2) one forum must air on public access television; and other forums may be produced and made available to the public by radio, broadcast, publication on the Internet, or other means approved by the commission. (C) (D) (E) The City shall make recordings of audio or video forums available to the public at all branches of the City library. The City may purchase advertising promoting the candidate forums. The Ethics Review Commission shall establish equitable guidelines to coordinate and produce the candidate forums. § 2-7-26 FUNCTIONS. The Ethics Review Commission has jurisdiction over this chapter, Section 2-1-24 (Conflict of Interest and Recusal), Chapter 2-2 (Campaign Finance), Chapter 4-8 (Regulation of Lobbyists), and Article III, Section 8, of the City Charter (Limits on Campaign Contributions and Expenditures). The commission shall hear and rule on sworn complaints alleging violations of the provisions within the commission’s jurisdiction. The city manager shall provide funding for all necessary and reasonable functions of the commission in fulfilling its duties. § 2-7-30 DUTIES. (A) The Ethics Review Commission shall, in addition to its other duties: Page 1 of 12 (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (1) (2) (3) prescribe forms for reports, statements, notices, and other documents required by the provisions within the commission’s jurisdiction; prepare and publish materials explaining the duties of individuals subject to the provisions within the commission’s jurisdiction; accept and file any information voluntarily supplied that exceeds the requirements of the provisions within the commission’s jurisdiction; preserve statements and reports filed with the commission for a period of five years from the date of receipt; review the provisions within the commission’s jurisdiction and make appropriate recommendations to the city council concerning the provisions within the commission’s jurisdiction, and perform an …
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SPECIAL CALLED MEETING MECHANICAL AND PLUMBING BOARD Tuesday June 27 @ 9:30 AM- IN PERSON PERMITTING DEVELOPMENT CENTER/ 1st FLOOR, CONF RM 1401-1402 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR AUSTIN, TEXAS 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 rick.arzola@austintexas.gov CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Joseph Bowie (Vela); Robert Thornton-V Chair (Alter, R); Alex Ramirez (Kelly), Kyle Smith (Pool), Bobbi Joe Foster (Ellis) Bill Harris(Alter), Robert Butler(Watson) AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMUNICATION: 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- DISCUSSION 1. Approve the Minutes from Regular Called Meeting from June 28, 2022 2. Uniform Mechanical Code- Interpretation of Cubic Feet per Minute (CFM) requirement for exhaust fans in Multi Family dwelling units. 3. Reclaimed Water use at singe family residential sites. 4. Legionellosis Prevention in Buildings. 5. 2024 Code Adoption: Uniform Plumbing Code and Mechanical Code DISCUSSION AND ACTION 6. 2023 Board Schedule 7. 2023 Board Elections FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. 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 Rick Arzola at Development Services Department, Building Inspections, at (512) 974-2417, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information of the Mechanical and Plumbing Board, please contact Rick Arzola at 512-974-2417
Approved Minutes — original pdf
BOARD MEETING June 27, 2022 Mechanical and Plumbing Board Approved MINUTES The Mechanical and Plumbing Board convened in a Special Called Meeting on June 27, 2023. Meeting took place at the Permit Development Center at 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive. Vice Chairman Thornton, called the Meeting to order at 9:42 a.m. Board Members in Attendance: William Harris, Robert Thornton, Kyle Smith, Joe Bowie, Robert Butler and Bobbi Jo Foster. Absent members: Alex Ramirez Staff Members in Attendance: Todd Wilcox (DSD), Chad Watson (DSD), Tony Hernandez (DSD) Marty Starrett (DSD) Betsy Kirkpatrick (AHD), Conner Lynd (AHD) GENERAL CITIZEN COMMUNICATION- Tanner Thornton spoke on behalf on discussion item 2 and John Mata of IAPMO spoke on behalf of discussion item 5. 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES: The minutes from the June 28th, 2022 meeting was approved as written. Board member Harris made a motion to approve the minutes, board member Bowie second the motion. Motion pass 6-0 DISCUSSION ITMES 2. Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC)-Interpretation of Cubic feet per minute (CFM) requirement for exhaust fans in Multi Family dwelling units. – Board member Harris in conjunction with the UMC workgroup are working to clarify the language with the exhaust. It will basically align itself the same exhaust flow rates that are currently in the 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC). Currently the only comment that has been decided within the workgroup, was to include in the local 2024 amendments downdraft appliances in the kitchens would have to be the 300 CFM with a downdraft. This will allow for continuous and intermittent flowrates that are in the IMC. 3. Reclaimed Water use at Single Family Residential Sites- There was no discussion item on this. This will be tabled to the next meeting with Austin Water being present. 4. Legionellosis Prevention in Buildings- Staff from Austin Health, Betsy Kirkpatrick and Conner Lynd presented to the board for discussion on Legionella Prevention in Commercial buildings, most common found in Hospitals and nursing homes. Found in freshwater environments, a health concern is when bacteria grow and spread in man- made building water systems where overgrowth can be caused by plumbing systems replacement and its repairs. Austin Health is proposing that the Plumbing and Mechanical board to consider recommending adopting ASHRAE 188, 8.4 which describes the timing of disinfection and flushing prior to use. “Disinfection and flushing shall be completed no more than three weeks before whole or partial beneficiary occupancy” …
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Approved 2023 Board Schedule — original pdf
2023 Approved Meeting Schedule for Mechanical & Plumbing Board The board shall meet monthly at 9:30 am or when the board is legally required to meet to comply with a legal deadline. MEETING DATES CANCELLED DATES Notes (The 4th Tuesday) Election of Officers Annual Report Due January 24, 2023 February 28, 2023 March 28, 2023 April 25, 2023 May 23, 2023 June 27, 2023 July 25, 2023 August 22, 2023 September 26, 2023 October 24, 2023 November 28, 2023 December 19, 2023 Moved to 3rd Tuesday due to xmas holidays Remember to note change in regular meeting date if it conflicts with a holiday.
Legionella Prevention — original pdf
24 UPC Code Ammendment Mechanical and Plumbing Board meeting, June 27, 0930 Permitting Development Center APH Epidemiology and Disease Surveillance presentation Goal: Improving timing of flushing prior to occupancy Legionella prevention Legionella Overview • Legionella bacteria are found naturally in freshwater environments, like lakes and streams. The bacteria can become a health concern when they grow and spread in human-made building water systems like • Showerheads and sink faucets • Cooling towers (structures that contain water and a fan as part of centralized air cooling systems for buildings or industrial processes) • Hot tubs • Decorative fountains and water features • Hot water tanks and heaters • Large, complex plumbing systems • About 1 in 3 cases (35%) are due to changes in water quality from reasons 3 external to the building itself Legionella in biofilm… ▪ Biofilm is often associated with Legionella in plumbing systems. Biofilm is a slimy coating that is formed as microbes attach to underwater surfaces (e.g., the inside of a pipe). Biofilm can form in valves, fittings, and on pipe walls, feeding Legionella. ▪ Legionella overgrowth can also be caused by plumbing system replacement and repairs, water temperatures between 68°-122°F, water pressure drops, boil water notices, water main breaks, water stagnation, and increased sediment 4 Legionella Symptoms (you have to breathe it in) • Symptoms can include: • Cough • Shortness of breath • Fever • Muscle aches • Headaches • Legionnaires’ disease can also be associated with other symptoms such as diarrhea, nausea, and confusion. Symptoms usually begin 2 to 14 days after being exposed to the bacteria, but it can take longer • Legionnaires’ disease is deadly for about 10% of people who get it. 5 Issue: Water stagnation leads to Legionella overgrowth • Recently a healthcare facility had brown water when connected early April. • “Prior to use” flush done >4 months ago • Water service lines installed last June 2022 • Common issue in new hospital construction especially when water does not get turned on in timely manner and no timed flushing protocols in place • Corrosion of pipes leads to biofilm growth • Many Legionella outbreaks in hospitals are related to new construction • What is current Austin standard? • Can we improve? Click to edit footer style 6 Uniform Plumbing Code- no timing for flushing https://www.iapmo.org/publications/read-uniform-codes-online/ 609.10 Disinfection of Potable Water System New or repaired potable water systems shall …
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REGULAR MEETING of the DESIGN COMMISSION MONDAY, JUNE 26, 2023, 6:00 PM PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM 1405 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Design 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 Nicole Corona, at 512-974-3146 or nicole.corona@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Jen Weaver, Chair Josue Meiners, Vice Chair Ben Anstead David Carroll Kevin Howard Conners Ladner AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Ben Luckens Marissa McKinney Jessica Rollason Jon Salinas Brendan Wittstruck The first five speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the Design Commission regular meeting on May 22, 2023. 1. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding the Waterloo Greenway Phase II: The Confluence. Presented by Kristin Pipkin, Watershed Protection Department, and John Rigdon, Waterloo Greenway. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Discussion and possible action to recommend to City Council whether the project Barbara Jordan Terminal Optimization, located at 3600 Presidential Boulevard, complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards. Presented by Robert Mercado, Aviation Department. Discussion and possible action to recommend to City Council whether the project 5th and Trinity Hotel, located at 307 and 311 East 5th Street, complies with the Urban Design Guidelines for the City of Austin in accordance with Land Development Code § 25-2-586 (C)(1)(a)(ii). Presented by Richard Suttle, Armbrust and Brown, PLLC, and Gene Montezinos, PFVS Architects and Interiors, LLC. Discussion and possible action to recommend to City Council whether the project 708 E. 12th Street, located at 708 East 12th Street, complies with the Urban Design Guidelines for the City of Austin in accordance with Land Development Code § 25-2-586 (C)(1)(a)(ii). Presented by Leah Bojo, Drenner Group, PC, Justin Short, STG Design, and Matt Drager, Collaborative V Design Studio. Discussion and possible action on the membership of Working Groups. WORKING GROUP/COMMITTEE UPDATES Update from …
06-26-2023 Meeting Minutes Approved 08-28-2023 — original pdf
DESIGN COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES MONDAY, JUNE 26, 2023 The Design Commission convened in a regular meeting on Monday, June 26, 2023, at the Permitting and Development Center, located at 6310 Wilhelmina Delco, Room 1405, in Austin, Texas. Chair Weaver called the Design Commission Meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Jen Weaver, Chair Josue Meiners, Vice Chair David Carroll Ben Luckens Jon Salinas Brendan Wittstruck Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Kevin Howard Conners Ladner PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Design Commission regular meeting on May 22, 2023. The minutes from the meeting of 05/22/2023 were approved on Commissioner Carroll’s motion, Commissioner Salinas’ second on a 7-0 vote. Vice Chair Meiners was off the dais. Commissioner Anstead, Commissioner McKinney, and Commissioner Rollason were absent. 1 2. 4. STAFF BRIEFINGS Staff briefing regarding Waterloo Greenway Phase II: The Confluence. Presented by Joel Lewis, Capital Delivery Services Department, Kristin Pipkin, Watershed Protection Department, and John Rigdon, Waterloo Greenway. The presentation was made by Joel Lewis, Capital Delivery Services Department, Kristin Pipkin, Watershed Protection Department, and John Rigdon, Waterloo Greenway. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 3. Discussion and possible action to recommend to City Council whether the project Barbara Jordan Terminal Optimization, located at 3600 Presidential Boulevard, complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards. Presented by Robert Mercado, Aviation Department. Chair Weaver made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Wittstruck, that the project Barbara Jordan Terminal Optimization, located at 3600 Presidential Boulevard, complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards, and to encourage the use of plants to enliven urban spaces, in reference to Urban Design Guideline PZ.12. The motion was approved on an 8-0 vote. Commissioner Anstead, Commissioner McKinney, and Commissioner Rollason were absent. Discussion and possible action to recommend to City Council whether the project 5th and Trinity Hotel, located at 307 and 311 East 5th Street, complies with the Urban Design Guidelines for the City of Austin in accordance with Land Development Code § 25-2-586 (C)(1)(a)(ii). Presented by Richard Suttle, Armbrust and Brown, PLLC, and Gene Montezinos, PFVS Architects and Interiors, LLC. The following motion was approved as amended on Chair Weaver's motion, Vice Chair Meniers’ second on an 8-0 vote: The project 5th and Trinity Hotel, located at 307 and 311 East 5th Street, does not comply with the Urban Design Guidelines for the City of Austin in accordance …
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