HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION SPECIAL CALLED MEETING WEDNESDAY, August 23, 2022 – 8:30 AM Street Jones Building City of Austin Historic Preservation Office Conference Room 400A 1000 E. 11th Street 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 preservation@austintexas.gov or call Amber Allen at (512) 974-3393 COMMISSION MEMBERS: Terri Myers, Chair Ben Heimsath, Vice Chair Anissa Castillo Witt Featherston Kevin Koch Carl Larosche Harmony Grogan Trey McWhorter Blake Tollett Beth Valenzuela Caroline Wright AGENDA 2022 Commissioner Training CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL 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. STAFF BRIEFINGS 1 1. Practical Processes Presenter: Staff 2. Standard Motions Presenter: Mary Marerro 3. Dias Do’s and Don’ts Presenter: Kelly Little 4. Design Standards Refresh Presenter: Staff ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call the Historic Preservation Office at 512-974-3393 for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Historic Landmark Commission, please contact Kalan Contreras, Senior Planner, at 512-974-2727; Kimberly Collins, Senior Planner, at 512-974-1801; or Amber Allen, Historic Preservation Planner II, at 512-974-3393. 2
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET PC DATE: August 9, 2022; August 23, 2022 HLC DATE: July 6, 2022 CASE NUMBER: C141H-2022-0099 ADDRESS OF PROPOSED ZONING CHANGE: 2002 Scenic Drive APPLICANT: Historic Landmark Commission (owner-opposed) HISTORIC NAME: Delisle House WATERSHED: Lady Bird Lake ZONING CHANGE: SF-3-NP to SF-3-H-NP COUNCIL DISTRICT: 10 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the proposed zoning change from family residence – neighborhood plan (SF-3-NP) zoning to family residence – historic landmark – neighborhood plan (SF-3-H-NP) combining district zoning. Should the Commission decide against recommendation over owner objection, require completion of a City of Austin Documentation Package prior to permit release. QUALIFICATIONS FOR LANDMARK DESIGNATION: Architecture, landscape features, and historical associations HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ACTION: Recommend historic zoning based on architectural significance, landscape features, and historical associations, on a motion by Commissioner Koch. Commissioner Tollett seconded the motion. Vote: 10-0 PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: August 9, 2022- Postponed to August 23, 2022 per Planning Commission request. CITY COUNCIL DATE: TBD ORDINANCE READINGS: CASE MANAGER: Kimberly Collins, 974-2727 ACTION: ORDINANCE NUMBER: NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Lost and Found Pets, Austin Neighborhoods Council, Central West Austin Neighborhood Plan Contact Team, Friends of Austin Neighborhoods, Neighborhood Empowerment Foundation, Preservation Austin, SELTexas, Save Barton Creek Assn., Save Historic Muny District, Sierra Club, Austin Regional Group, TNR BCP - Travis County Natural Resources, Tarrytown Alliance, Tarrytown Neighborhood Association, West Austin Neighborhood Group DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: A valid petition against historic zoning has been filed by the owner’s agent. BASIS FOR RECOMMENDATION: §25-2-352(A)(3)(b)(i) Architecture. The property embodies the distinguishing characteristics of a recognized architectural style, type, or method of construction; exemplifies technological innovation in design or construction; displays high artistic value in representing ethnic or folk art, architecture, or construction; represents a rare example of an architectural style in the city; serves as an outstanding example of the work of an architect, builder, or artisan who significantly contributed to the development of the city, state, or nation; possesses cultural, historical, or architectural value as a particularly fine or unique example of a utilitarian or vernacular structure; or represents an architectural curiosity or one-of-a-kind building. A property located within a local historic district is ineligible to be nominated for landmark designation under the criterion for architecture unless it possesses exceptional significance or is representative of a separate period of significance. The primary building is a good example of Spanish eclectic architecture with Modern-style Fehr and Granger influences. The accessory structure is …
PLANNING COMMISSION SITE PLAN CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REVIEW SHEET PC DATE: 07/26/22 SPC-2021-0340C CASE NUMBER: PROJECT NAME: Dove Springs Public Health Facility ADDRESS: APPLICANT: 5811 Palo Blanco Ln City of Austin PO Box 1088 AUSTIN, Texas, 78767 Garza EMC (Alexandra Boone) 7708 Rialto Austin, Texas, 78735 (512) 298-3284 AGENT: Williamson Creek CASE MANAGER: Renee Johns, (512) 974-2711 or renee.johns@austintexas.gov WATERSHED: NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN: McKinney PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The applicant proposes a new public health facility. The lot is currently a community recreation (public) use that will continue and the proposed new uses are Day Care Services (Commercial) and Administrative Services. No medical procedures or equipment are proposed within the new facility. The scope of work for Dove Springs Public Health Facility includes childcare facilities to be leased to a tenant and four Austin Public Health (APH) departments, including Women-Infants-Children (WIC), Neighborhood Services, Immunizations, and Community Youth Development (CYD). WIC will provide one-on-one office consultations on benefits and for services like Nutrition Education and Breastfeeding; they will also provide community healthy cooking classes. Neighborhood Services provides office consultations for assistance with rent, utilities, and food for low to moderate income families; this location includes a small food pantry storage area. Immunizations provides immunizations and consultations regarding them for children who are uninsured or Medicaid recipients as well as some qualifying adults. Community Youth Development at this location is comprised of staff offices/desking and equipment storage only; the space is not intended to receive regular visitors. SUMMARY STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the Conditional Use Permit. The proposed public health facility will offer needed services and support the surrounding community. The site plan will comply with all requirements of the Land Development Code prior to its release. SUMMARY STAFF COMMENT ON SITE PLAN: The applicant proposes a public health facility. Sites zoned Public (P) greater than one acre in size are a Conditional Use that require Land Use Commission approval according to Land Development Code section 25-2-625. PROJECT INFORMATION: SITE AREA ZONING EXISTING / REMAINING USE PROPOSED NEW USES CVC PROPOSED IMPERVIOUS COVER 13.599 Acres (592,372 Square feet) P-NP (Public) Community Recreation (Public) Day Care Services (Commercial) / Administrative Services NA 63,772 square feet 10.76% 1 of 1120 Page 2 Current WATERSHED ORDINANCE PROPOSED BUILDING COVERAGE 2.69% PROPOSED ACCESS TIA PROPOSED HEIGHT PARKING REQURIED PARKING PROPOSED EXISTING ZONING AND LAND USES Site ZONING P North South East West SF-3-NP P-NP P-NP SF-6-NP NEIGHBORHOOD …
August 19, 2022 C814-92-0006.02 - 1201 W. 38th Street Re: Opposition to Rezoning Request & Request for Postponement Dear Planning Commissioners, On behalf of the West 31st Street Creekside Neighborhood Association, we are requesting postponement of the above-referenced rezoning request. We are requesting a postponement until the September 27th meeting of the Planning Commission to provide the applicant sufficient time to provide the City and the impacted neighborhoods an adequate traffic impact analysis. Earlier this week, we received a copy of a letter by which the applicant intends to “show compliance with” a TIA approved in 1992. Under the applicant’s figures, the proposed expansion of the facility would increase trips per day by 5,364 over what was previously approved, an increase of approximately 33% of the total trips generated from the facility. Additionally, the proposed PUD amendment significantly alters the configuration of the buildings, including ingress and egress onto the local roadways. The applicant’s data shows that some roadways will increase up to 10%, while also completely omitting the impact that the new configuration and expansion will have on West 34th and West 31st Streets. The applicant’s analysis demonstrates the need for a new TIA. Conditions in the area have changed substantially since 1992; that point should be well understood. As the city and the area has grown, this area of Austin has become increasingly more congested, with failing intersections and non-stop traffic. At the same time, the City of Austin has prioritized the improvement of its bicycle and pedestrian networks. This neighborhood serves as a critical link for bicycle commuters making their way across Central Austin, as well as recreational users of the Shoal Creek Trail. Planned Unit Developments are about superiority. This PUD presents an opportunity to help address known gaps in the bicycle and pedestrian network. Given the substantial impact this expansion will have on the overall traffic in this area, we believe the most important metric for superiority on this project should be how it helps address the deficiencies in the area’s bicycle and pedestrian network. The City, our adjacent neighborhoods, and bicycling and trail advocates have been engaged in several years of discussions for how to best address bicycle and pedestrian safety in this area. While we understand that the applicant does not want to be dragged into these discussions, the traffic generated from this project will be part of the mix of users, and …
August 19, 2022 Re: Opposition to Rezoning Request & Request for Postponement C814-92-0006.02 - 1201 W. 38th Street Dear Planning Commissioners, On behalf of the West 31st Street Creekside Neighborhood Association, we are requesting postponement of the above-referenced rezoning request. We are requesting a postponement until the September 27th meeting of the Planning Commission to provide the applicant sufficient time to provide the City and the impacted neighborhoods an adequate traffic impact analysis. Earlier this week, we received a copy of a letter by which the applicant intends to “show compliance with” a TIA approved in 1992. Under the applicant’s figures, the proposed expansion of the facility would increase trips per day by 5,364 over what was previously approved, an increase of approximately 33% of the total trips generated from the facility. Additionally, the proposed PUD amendment significantly alters the configuration of the buildings, including ingress and egress onto the local roadways. The applicant’s data shows that some roadways will increase up to 10%, while also completely omitting the impact that the new configuration and expansion will have on West 34th and West 31st Streets. The applicant’s analysis demonstrates the need for a new TIA. Conditions in the area have changed substantially since 1992; that point should be well understood. As the city and the area has grown, this area of Austin has become increasingly more congested, with failing intersections and non-stop traffic. At the same time, the City of Austin has prioritized the improvement of its bicycle and pedestrian networks. This neighborhood serves as a critical link for bicycle commuters making their way across Central Austin, as well as recreational users of the Shoal Creek Trail. Planned Unit Developments are about superiority. This PUD presents an opportunity to help address known gaps in the bicycle and pedestrian network. Given the substantial impact this expansion will have on the overall traffic in this area, we believe the most important metric for superiority on this project should be how it helps address the deficiencies in the area’s bicycle and pedestrian network. The City, our adjacent neighborhoods, and bicycling and trail advocates have been engaged in several years of discussions for how to best address bicycle and pedestrian safety in this area. While we understand that the applicant does not want to be dragged into these discussions, the traffic generated from this project will be part of the mix of users, and …
July 27, 2022 Dear Council Member, In reference to Case # C 14H-2022-0099, I am requesting that you support the Historic Landmark Commission’s recommendation that the 2-story stone house at 2002 Scenic Drive be designated as a historic landmark. The rustic Spanish Colonial Revival property is about 100 years old and is highly unusual both inside and out, with whimsical stone carvings, a spectacular stone fireplace, nooks and crannies, and fantastic murals. The site and its landscaping, overlooking Lake Austin, anchors the neighborhood and is beloved by all that live nearby, including myself who has lived in the neighborhood for 43 years. The house is on a favorite route for pedestrians and bicyclists; even tour buses drive by regularly so tourists can take a look. The issue today is should we save Austin’s historic properties, or do we demolish them in order to allow developers (NOT OWNERS) to erect 2 side-by-side, big box mansions with only 5 feet between them. I know economics drives a lot of these decisions but how can we justify allowing one developer to profit at the expense of ruining not only the historic character of a neighborhood, but erasing 100 years of Austin’s history? There is no doubt in my mind that losing the house at 2002 Scenic Drive would be a huge loss to the neighborhood and to Austin. Yours Sincerely, Meredith L. Dreiss
2022 Environmental Code Amendments Phase 1 Planning Commission Briefing A u g u s t 2 3 , 2 0 2 2 C I T Y O F A U S T I N W A T E R S H E D P R O T E C T I O N D E P A R T M E N T 1 of 212 Objective • Respond to por tion of Resolution 20220609- 061 that requires staff to bring for th an ordinance amending Title 25 related to environmental protection. • Due September 15, 2022 • Key subject areas Stormwater Landscape • • • Water Resource Protection Colorado River Protections • Previously identified minor code amendments and other amendments that meet the • objectives of the resolution • Don’t Disincentivize Missing Middle C I T Y O F A U S T I N W A T E R S H E D P R O T E C T I O N D E P A R T M E N T 2 2 of 212 Progress So Far • Internal Water shed Protecti on Dept (WPD ) te c hni cal staf f • Input from other depar tmen ts i nc l udi ng • Development Services Department • Austin Water • Austin Transportation • CoA Project Connect Office • Housing and Planning • Law • Env i ron mental Commi ssi on Workgrou p 7/25/202 2 • Env i ron mental Commi ssi on Update 8 /3/2022 • Codes and Ordi nances Joi nt C ommi tte e 8/18/202 2 C I T Y O F A U S T I N W A T E R S H E D P R O T E C T I O N D E P A R T M E N T 3 3 of 212 Next Steps • 9/6/2022 – Zoning and Platting (tentative) • 9/7/2022 – Environmental Commission • 9/13/2022 – Planning Commission • 9/29/2022 – City Council Phase 2: Greenfield Detention Requirements and Urban Slope Protection September & October Commissions • • November City Council C I T Y O F A U S T I N W A T E R S H E D P R O T E C T I O N D E P A R T M E N T 4 4 of 212 Stormwater “ …
Heritage Wayfinding Manual Economic Development Department • Heritage Tourism Division AGENDA Heritage Wayfinding Guidelines Design Options Open Discussion Next Steps Introductions & Project Background Melissa Alvarado Heritage Tourism Division Manager CoA Economic Development Department# 5 min John Bosio MERJE / Principal All John Bosio MERJE / Principal 20 min 30 min 5 min # HERITAGE WAYFINDING MANUAL GOAL Develop a manual inclusive of sign types and historic interpretive elements within districts to enhance the visitor’s connectedness to place, history, culture and experience, including underrepresented sites that reflect Austin’s diverse communities. Key Points: • Initiative does not include fabrication or installation# • First step to creating a design guide • Serves as the foundational work for the districts that were previously allocated funding for wayfinding by the City Council# • Lays the foundation for future eligible districts HERITAGE WAYFINDING GUIDELINES WORK COMPLETED TO DATE Project Kick-Off Stakeholder Meetings #1 December 2021 February / March 2022 Online Survey February / March 2022 Conceptual Design / Field Work Stakeholder Meetings #2 Schematic Design April / May Current / June 2022 O B A L L O • C S L A V O R P P A • E C N A N E G E T A R T Y • E G A N RATIO N • S SIG V e hic ula r / P Gate ways a r kin g K D E S T I N A T I ON INCLUSION • VISUAL C HOME TEC Tourism W ebsite s p a M e g o o G Trip Pla er n n v e o s r i p e n e k l i l B / t r r t t I / e e e d n i i s a c y c P L U T T E R • S U H N O L O S T A I N G A Y B I L I T Y • I N T E R A C T I O N • P H A S I N G Y G O L O N H C E b sit e s p e M a n s W e t i v c a r e A ttra ctio t I n l e A p p s M o b i GPS Devices P edestrian Kiosks i B …
CommUnityCare | Sendero FISCAL YEAR 2023 PROPOSED BUDGET Community Conversations | August 2022 HEALTHCARE EQUITY PLAN (Equity-focused Service Delivery Strategic Plan) HEALTHCARE EQUITY PLAN HEALTHCARE GAPS PROPOSED FY2023 STRATEGIC PRIORITIES Access and capacity Continue eastern Travis County site expansions in Hornsby Bend, Del Valle and Colony Park Development of multispecialty clinic at Rosewood-Zaragosa Care coordination Implementation of Epic electronic health record Member engagement Implementation of MyChart patient portal System of care Develop financial and operational implementation plans Focus on affiliations with healthcare and community partners Continue developing direct clinical practice infrastructure Identify and support critical on-demand operational and administrative capacities THE FISCAL YEAR 2023 BUDGET FY 2023 PROPOSED BUDGET UPDATED JULY 27, 2022 $277,819,831 $192,705,261 $85,114,570 Increase in Healthcare Delivery DESCRIPTIONFY 2022 APPROVED BUDGETFY 2022 YEAR END ESTIMATEFY 2023 PROPOSED BUDGET 07/27/2022TAX RATE0.1118140.1118140.098721SOURCESProperty Taxes260,933,097 260,933,097 281,710,898 Lease Revenue13,422,399 12,300,000 13,145,328 Tobacco Litigation Settlement3,000,000 4,676,730 4,500,000 Other3,000,000 3,323,270 1,500,000 Total Sources280,355,496 281,233,097 300,856,226 USESHealthcare Delivery192,705,261 172,063,536 277,819,831 Administration & Tax Collection15,391,099 12,662,269 21,679,767 Total Uses208,096,360 184,725,805 299,499,598 RESERVESHealthcare Delivery Contingency Reserve(1)(2)226,521,399 *332,391,578 333,748,206 Emergency Reserve38,719,836 38,719,836 38,719,836 *FY 2021 Ending contingency reserve balance was $235,884,286(1) previously reported as an appropriated use of funds in Healthcare Delivery(2) Healthcare Delivery Contingency and Employee Health Insurance Reserves are appropriated for FY2023 Highlights of Significant Increases in Healthcare Delivery $26M increase in Purchased Healthcare Services through contracts $5.7M increase in Direct Healthcare Services $47M increase in Healthcare Operations & Support for projects tied to service expansion 8-Year Forecast Based on FY 2023 Proposed Tax Rate *updated July 2022 Our reserves will ensure we continue expanding healthcare services to better meet the needs of Travis County residents with low income. WHAT YOU CAN DO STAY INFORMED AND INVOLVED • Subscribe for updates: • Visit participate.centralhealth.net/fy2023 and click “subscribe.” • Text “budget” to (833) 382-2226. • Attend upcoming Board and Commissioners' Court meetings: • Aug 31: Central Health Public Hearing • Sept. 7: Central Health Board of Managers Meeting • Sept. 8: Travis County Commissioners Court • Sept. 20: Travis County Commissioners Court QUESTIONS | PREGUNTAS APPENDIX Central Health FY 2023 Proposed Budget Attachment B – Uses of Funds Details DESCRIPTIONFY 2022 APPROVED BUDGETFY 2023 PROPOSED BUDGET 07/27/2022HEALTHCARE DELIVERYIntergovernmental transfers:IGT - CCC DSRIP15,509,298 - Total Intergovernmental Transfers15,509,298 - Purchased Healthcare ServicesPrimary Care: Medical, Dental, & Behavioral Health 63,090,000 66,111,822 Specialty Care: including Specialty Dental17,175,000 23,488,000 Specialty Care: Behavioral Health1,383,856 12,000,000 Post Acute Care2,125,000 5,450,000 Pharmacy14,250,000 16,000,000 Community …
Page 1 of 2 Engineer’s Report SUBJECT: Assessment of structural conditions 2002 Scenic Drive, Austin, Texas JOB NUMBER: DATE OF REPORT: 21206.01 June 20, 2022 At the request of Ryan Street Architects, I have visited the site twice to review existing conditions of structural elements and to offer an opinion about the suitability for reuse in a renovation. This report is a summary of my observations and refers to photos in the June 21, 2022 report by Ryan Street Architects. Apartment The degradation of the roof and windows has allowed water into the building for an unknown but obviously prolonged period of time. The wood roof framing has obvious rot in areas exposed by holes, and I believe it is likely that further investigation will reveal that none of the roof framing is salvageable. Given the excessive deflection of the roof (photo on page 12) and the concerns about the floor joists mentioned below, I caution against entering this building until the roof and floor can be adequately shored. The existing floor joists are supported in slots gouged into the face of the exposed limestone cut (photo 1, page 16), which was leaching water (photo 3, page 16) during my visits despite no antecedent rainfall. The ends of the joists are spliced onto the original joists as part of a previous repair which was undoubtedly caused by previous similar rot. The splices are not adequate and show clear signs of deflection and distress. The repair ends are now showing signs of rot. These structural connections are inadequate and dangerous. The stone wall on the second floor is supported on an inverted steel railroad rail, which is not properly supported at points of bearing or against rotation. The elevated concrete slab over the garage also appears to use steel railroad rails as reinforcement, and the steel shows severe corrosion. Again, I recommend caution under and on this slab until in can be properly shored. The walls are load-bearing, uncoursed random rubble masonry that do not meet the minimum requirements of modern or recent building codes for thickness and for height-to-thickness ratios. These walls cannot be reused as load-bearing in the renovation. Two Story House The exterior walls are load-bearing, uncoursed random rubble masonry, similar in construction and deficiencies to the apartment. These walls cannot be reused as load-bearing in the renovation. Additionally, the reuse of the existing masonry walls as non-load-bearing …
1. POOL AND LANDSCAPE EXTERIOR 1. THE POOL’S STONE AND CONCRETE ARE SPLITTING APART AND CRACKING. J U N E 2 8 , 2 0 2 2 2 9 2 0 0 2 S C E N I C D R I V E R E S I D E N C E Pool and Landscape- Exterior 1. 2. POOL AND LANDSCAPE EXTERIOR 1. CHANGING ROOMS - THE CONCRETE WALLS ARE SHOWING SIGNS OF WATER DAMAGE. THE WOOD DOORS ARE FALLING APART. 2. CHANGING ROOMS – ON THE INSIDE OF THE CHANGING ROOMS, THE WALLS ARE CRACKING AND THE FOUNDATION IS DAMAGED. DEBRIS IS COVERING THE FLOOR. J U N E 2 8 , 2 0 2 2 3 0 2 0 0 2 S C E N I C D R I V E R E S I D E N C E Pool and Landscape- Exterior 1. 2. POOL AND LANDSCAPE EXTERIOR 1. FRONT OF BENCH – THE FINISH OVER THE CONCRETE BENEATH IS PEELING OFF. 2. BACKSIDE OF BENCH – THE BENCH IS CRACKED AND IS IN DISREPAIR. J U N E 2 8 , 2 0 2 2 3 1 2 0 0 2 S C E N I C D R I V E R E S I D E N C E Pool and Landscape- Exterior 1. POOL AND LANDSCAPE EXTERIOR 1. WALL IS CRACKING AND SPLITTING APART IN THIS LOCATION. J U N E 2 8 , 2 0 2 2 3 2 2 0 0 2 S C E N I C D R I V E R E S I D E N C E Pool and Landscape- Exterior 1. 2. POOL AND LANDSCAPE EXTERIOR 1. THE BRIDGE IS CRACKING AND IS UNSAFE TO WALK OVER. 2. THE WALL IS CRUMBLING APART IN SEVERAL AREAS. J U N E 2 8 , 2 0 2 2 3 3 2 0 0 2 S C E N I C D R I V E R E S I D E N C E Pool and Landscape- Exterior 1. 2. POOL AND LANDSCAPE EXTERIOR 1. THE CONCRETE STAIRS ARE CONSTRICTING THIS SIGNIFICANT TREE. 2. THE STAIRS ARE CRACKING AND MOVING DUE TO THE TREE’S GROWTH. J U N E 2 8 , 2 0 2 2 3 4 2 0 0 2 S C E N I C D R I V E …
August 23, 2022 Planning Commission Question and Answer Report 18 Question Azhar / Response Staff (Blue): I do not see an "estimated annual tax abatement" for this case in the backup. Can staff share an estimate or be prepared to share it by the time the case is heard at the meeting? See the backup document marked “Applicant Tax Calculations.”, Attached as Exhibit A to Q & A Report. While staff has reached out to the appraisal district multiple times, we have not received a response regarding the estimated ad valorem tax exemption amount for the building. The applicant has stepped up to provide the tax breakdown for all units and has calculated them against the exemption percentages to show an estimated maximum exemption amount for the property. He will be available at the meeting to speak to his calculations. In the meantime, staff will continue to solicit contact from the appraisal district (though we cannot guarantee success before the next meeting). 19 C14H-2022-0099 - Delisle House Questions Shaw / Response Staff (Green) 2. The applicant’s report indicates that the Cotnum Hughes Stator owned the Tavern until 1960 and the Tavern was not integrated under his ownership. What is uncommon for restaurants to be segregated at this time (1960)? Please see letter in back up from Deborah Slator stating that her family had a lease in the late 1950’s and the lease was terminated in 1960. Please reference link below for timeline of segregation in Austin with special note to 1963: https://austinlibrary.com/ahc/desegregation/index.cfm?action=decade&dc=1960s “Harry Akins, owner of the Night Hawk Restaurants Inc. of Austin and San Antonio, met with a group of Austin restaurant owners to discuss integration. Seventeen of the restaurant owners signed pledges to make their facilities available to all persons “regardless of race, color or creed.” Akins is one of 100 business men from around the nation-and five from Texas-who attended the White House conference on the need for greater integration of facilities available to the public. When at the conference U.S. Attorney General Robert Kennedy read the list of Texas cities that have made considerable progress in the integration of public facilities, Austin was not among them. [AF-Segregation-Public Schools-S1700 (2)-1960s; The Austin Statesman, “City Restaurants Sign Integrate Pact,” June 06, 1963] 4. Do the criteria for designating a property as historic include consideration of the owner and their positions on segregation? Historical figures who were known for …
Dr. Rosamaria Murillo Chief Executive Officer August 23, 2022 WHY Meet Camila...she represents the past and future of Latinos The house she holds out to us is a symbol of the contributions of Latinos to this country ---we build homes, universities, communities, we are the builders of the future – we are the teachers, nurses, doctors, ingenieros, constructores, economistas, matematicos. Camila She is our reminder of the work ahead of us She is our hope She is our vision She is our builder We hold ourselves accountable to her….and ask you to join us Together, we will work, lead, walk 1000 miles to our last breath for her wellbeing – this nation depends on her power and her wellbeing….SHE IS the future of our nation – SHE IS the future of this community. Call to action: Equity in funding calls for expansion of opportunities and creation of more choices, so we all thrive. El Buen Samaritano A community where everyone is welcomed, enjoys a sense of belonging, and has full opportunity to reach their highest potential....a community where we all thrive. HEALTH, EDUCATION, ESSENTIAL SERVICES Our Services (March 2020-present) Food Access - 40,000 individuals • Drive-thru food pantry • Partner home delivery • Mobile/pop-up pantries • Community garden Health Access & Referrals • Coordinated Care Network • Women's health and family planning • Adolescent health • COVID-19 vaccines, Education, Outreach Phase 1: 1,300 vaccinated Phase 2: 2,639 vaccinated to date Equity Impact Data • Urban institute • Robert Wood Johnson • St. David’s Foundation Youth Services - 300 youth • Youth Academic Center of Excellence Out of school time services • Summer Camps • Intergenerational Programming Adult Education 600 & CHW Workforce Development 200 • ESL classes • Digital Literacy classes • CHW Workforce Development • LEAD* (Latinas Education Advancement & Development ) • Economic Assistance – 7 Million • Financial Assistance • Rent Assistance • Tenant Stabilization Equity & Impact Equitable access to services across Central Texas • • • This map represents our equity and access efforts— highlighting El Buen’s services footprint. It tells a story about the distance individuals travel to access services as well as how deep we can reach community through partnerships. El Buen's partners are essential to expanding services throughout Central Texas. The majority of El Buen’s clients come from the Eastern Crescent (east of I-35 corridor) to access our services: food, financial & …
1. 2. 3. 4. REGULAR MEETING of the LIBRARYCOMMISSION August 22, 2022 – 6 p.m. Central Library, 4th floor Conference Room 710 W Cesar Chavez St. 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 Sharon Herfurth, 512-974-7420, sharon.herfurth@austintexas.gov CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Mark Smith, Chair; Lynda Infante, Vice Chair; Julia Aguilar; Patricia Dabbert; JC Dwyer; Cristina Masters; Courtney Rosenthal; and Steven Self CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA 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 LIBRARY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING on July 25, 2022. Staff briefing regarding eBook Pricing, Amy Mullin, Electronic Resources Librarian Staff briefing regarding Austin Completely Booked: Your Summer Experience program, Alanna Graves, Summer Experience Coordinator STAFF BRIEFINGS DISCUSSION ITEMS Discussion of the July Director’s Report covering public programming highlights, facilities, and APL priorities DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Report and possible action Austin Public Library civic engagement activities Report and possible action on Digital Inclusion town halls and initiatives Report and possible action on Enhanced Library Cards 5. 6. 7. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 8. Update from the Freedom to Read Working Group 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. at 512-974-7420 or Please sharon.herfurth@austintexas.gov for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Library Commission, please contact Sharon Herfurth at 512-974- 7420 or sharon.herfurth@austintexas.gov the Library Department, call Sharon Herfurth at
Library Commission Meeting Minutes 25 July, 2022 REGULAR MEETING 25 July, 2022 THE LIBRARY COMMISSION MINUTES The Library Commission convened in a Regular Meeting on Monday, July 25, 2022 at the Hampton Branch at Oak Hill, 5125 Convict Hill Rd., in Austin, Texas. Chair Smith called the Board Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Board Members in Attendance: Chair Mark Smith, Vice-Chair Lynda Infante, Commission Members Pat Dabbert, JC Dwyer, Cristina Masters, Courtney Rosenthal, and Steven Self Board Members Absent: Commission Member Julia Aguilar Public Communication: General Carlos León spoke about his concerns with the library. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of Minutes from the June 18, 2022 Special Called Meeting The minutes of the special called meeting were approved on Commission Member Rosenthal’s motion and Commission Member Dabbert’s second on a 7-0 vote. Commission Member Aguilar absent. 2. Approval of Minutes from the June 29, 2022 Special Called Meeting The minutes of the special called meeting were approved on Commission Member Dabbert’s motion and Commission Member Masters’ second on a 7-0 vote. Commission Member Aguilar absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Presentation by CapMetro, Potential Fare Programs and Free Bus Pass distribution at APL branches Grace Nguyen, Community Engagement, Capital Metro, gave the presentation 4. Presentation by Group 4, Architecture, Research + Planning, Austin Public Library Strategic Plan Susan Kent, David Schnee, Jill Eyres, and Grace Tillman gave the presentation 5. Discussion of Director’s Monthly Report for May covering public programming highlights, facilities, and APL Priorities Library Commission Meeting Minutes 25 July, 2022 Director of Libraries, Roosevelt Weeks, gave the report. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. Approve a recommendation in support of the FY23 Austin Public Library budget Recommendation 20220725-6: Support for the Austin Public Library Proposed Budget for FY23 was passed on Vice Chair Infante’s motion and Commission Member Masters’ second on a 7-0 vote. Commission Member Aguilar absent. 7. Discussion and possible action on creating working groups for Library Commission training and development, Community Engagement, and Enhanced Library Cards. No action taken. 8. Report and possible action on a recommendation about Enhanced Library Cards Recommendation 20220725-8: Enhanced Library Cards was passed on Commission Member Dwyer’s motion and Commission Member Self’s second on a 6-0 vote. Commission Member Dabbert abstained. Commission Member Aguilar absent. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 9. Update from the Freedom to Read working group Commissioner Rosenthal gave the update. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Presentation from the Texas State Library …
Proposal for Community Engagement Working Group formation Library Commission Meeting, 8/22/22 JC Dwyer, District 8 Commissioner At our June 18th planning retreat, Commissioners expressed an interest in forming a working group to make recommendations concerning the future role of Austin Public Library and the Austin Library Commission in strengthening community engagement around library issues, and city issues broadly. This interest is in alignment with City Council’s Strategic Direction 2023 outcome “A Government That Works for All,” particularly Indicator Category E, “Stakeholder Engagement and Participation.” As proposed here, this working group would primarily discuss the following three charges and report back to the Commission with recommendations and if relevant, a plan for future action. 1. Examine ways in which APL can enhance its role as “social infrastructure,” better leveraging its equity-focused mission, accessible physical spaces and strong community brand in otherwise divisive times to: a. Build Austin’s community & shared values; b. Strengthen engagement in basic civic processes (such as elections); c. Convene productive community conversations around issues of public interest; d. Serve as an ongoing conduit of public opinion for City departments and decision-makers; and e. Expand its partnerships with community-focused organizations. 2. Examine ways in which the Library Commission could better encourage and transmit community input on issues under its purview, serving as ambassadors for public sentiment for other City commissions & and potentially documenting its successes as a model departments. Specific ideas to discuss might include: a. Conducting community input sessions on specific library issues, or conducting outreach on these issues through existing community meetings / groups; b. Reinstituting a version of Commissioner open houses / “office hours” at their home branch libraries; c. Defining a process for identifying cross-commission priorities, as well as coordinating d. and building reciprocal relationships with other commissions; and Increasing the role of public comment at our normally scheduled commission meetings. 3. Make specific recommendations to apply the group’s findings in 1 & 2 to the annual City budget-making process, with a goal of increasing community input and support for APL’s FY24 budget needs. b. a. Recommend processes for gathering the input of community members and other City commissions, then converting that energy into coordinated advocacy in support of any resulting budget requests in alignment with the annual budget calendar. Investigate any opportunities to strengthen the Commission’s relationship with the Library Foundation and its donors to facilitate grasstops support for APL budget requests. …
KEY PERFORMANCE METRICS FY 2022 TRENDS JULY2022 P.1 Cardholders TOTAL CARDHOLDERS ACTIVE CARDHOLDERS 445,871 283,997 314,570 439,781 441,981 May-22 Jun-22 Jul-22 Jun-22 Jul-22 242,381 May-22 NEW CARDHOLDERS 2,791 3,274 3,460 Virtual Library e -Cards Resident v NonResident Virtual Resident Virtual NonResident 8,518 4,987 8,586 5,153 8,496 4,848 May-22 Jun-22 Jul-22 M ay- 2 2 Ju n - 2 2 Ju l - 2 2 Contact: Emi Johnson, Business Process Innovation & Improvement 8/12/2022 KEY PERFORMANCE METRICS FY 2022 TRENDS JULY2022 P.2 Visitors Contact: Emi Johnson, Business Process Innovation & Improvement 8/12/2022 KEY PERFORMANCE METRICS FY 2022 TRENDS JULY2022 P.3 Circulation PHYSICAL CIRCULATION VIRTUAL CIRCULATION CIRCULAT ION 233,345 222,702 230,011 184,818 248,123 211,236 M A Y - 2 2 J U N - 2 2 J U L - 2 2 TO P E - M AT ER I A LS May-22 Jun-22 Jul-22 127,720 129,774 139,421 89,886 91,119 95,804 CIRC_EBOOK CIRC_EAUDIO Contact: Emi Johnson, Business Process Innovation & Improvement 8/12/2022 KEY PERFORMANCE METRICS FY 2022 TRENDS JULY2022 P.4 Express & Holds Check-Outs Desk v Express Past 3 Months EXPRESS DESK CENTRAL LIBRARY DESK V EXPRESS CHECK-OUTS EXPRESS DESK 155,222 186,524 177,564 29,596 36,178 33,672 21,460 30,541 29,406 1,640 1,967 1,850 May-22 Jun-22 Jul-22 May-22 Jun-22 Jul-22 N U M B E R O F H O L D S P L A C E D BY N U M B E R O F C A R D H O L D E R S Cardholders Placing Holds Holds Requested 63,452 68,560 69,613 23,014 24,408 22,294 May-22 Jun-22 Jul-22 Contact: Emi Johnson, Business Process Innovation & Improvement 8/12/2022 KEY PERFORMANCE METRICS FY 2022 TRENDS JULY2022 P.5 Technology WEBSITE HITS 1,891,718 1,942,863 1,819,793 18,258 19,530 System Computer Sessions 21,625 May-22 Jun-22 Jul-22 WIFI CONNECTIONS 28,952 29,256 27,102 May-22 Jun-22 Jul-22 5,962 Tech Devices Checked-Out 183 95 41 Hotspots 561 554 511 Laptops May-22 Jun-22 Jul-22 Contact: Emi Johnson, Business Process Innovation & Improvement 8/12/2022 May-22 Jun-22 Jul-22 Central Library Computer Sessions 6,748 7,560 May-22 Jun-22 Jul-22 Branch Computer Sessions 14,065 12,296 12,782 May-22 Jun-22 Jul-22 KEY PERFORMANCE METRICS FY 2022 TRENDS JULY2022 P.6 Programs Adult/Family 133 97 300 250 200 150 100 50 0 27 9 31 20 46 19 May-22 Jun-22 Jul-22 PROGRAMS Teen Children 256 205 Total Programs 264 199 42 Community Services Outreach 12 7 May-22 Jun-22 Jul-22 Contact: Emi Johnson, Business Process Innovation & Improvement 8/12/2022 s …
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING of the LGBTQ QUALITY OF LIFE ADVISORY COMMISSION MONDAY, AUGUST 22, 2022 7:00 P.M. City of Austin Permitting and Development Center, Room 1401 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr., Austin, Texas 78752 Some members of the Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once, either in-person or remotely, and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Alyssa Parra, the Commission’s staff liaison, at 512-974-2934 or Alyssa.Parra@AustinTexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Ryn Gonzales, Chair Kanoa Arteaga Emily Bush Charles Curry Rebecca Dreke Dr. Victor Martinez Christian Vieira Melissa Taylor, Vice Chair Marti Bier Kannou Curette Nan Dowling Katelyn Jones Darcy Rendon Brandon Wollerson AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first ten speakers signed up before the meeting is called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. MOTION TO SUSPEND ROBERT’S RULES OF ORDER DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 1. Discussion and possible action to approve a recommendation concerning the City’s current and future response to the Monkeypox virus. (Sponsor: Curry; Strategic Outcome: Health & Environment) 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 two days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please get in touch with Alyssa Parra, the Commission’s staff liaison, at 512-974-2934 or Alyssa.Parra@AustinTexas.gov for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the LGBTQ Quality of Life Advisory Commission, please get in touch with Alyssa Parra, the Commission’s staff liaison, at 512-974-2934 or Alyssa.Parra@AustinTexas.gov.
