PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION July 1, 2024 Date: Subject: Participation in stakeholder group meetings with Austin Police Department Chief Candidates Motioned by: Seconded by: recommendations to the Austin City Council on matters related to public safety; WHEREAS, The Austin Public Safety Commission is tasked with providing WHEREAS, the City of Austin is undergoing a national search for a permanent Austin Police Department Chief; WHEREAS, the city manager’s office has already stipulated that community members will be included in stakeholder groups that will meet candidates; WHEREAS, the Public Safety Commission closely interacts with the Austin Police Department Chief’s leadership both directly and through their representative counterparts; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Public Safety Commission recommends Austin City Council and City Manager include a non-quorum contingent of the Public Safety Commission and other relevant commissions in stakeholder groups interviews of the Austin Police Department candidates. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Public Safety Commission recommends Austin City Council and City Manager include a non-quorum contingent of the Public Safety Commission and other relevant commissions in stakeholder groups interviews of future chief candidates for all the public safety departments. Vote: For: Absent: Attest: __________________________________
Fleet Mobility Services Update to City Public Safety Commission Optimizing Fleet, Maintenance and Management Rick Harland Assistant Director Fleet Mobility Services July 1st, 2024 Overview Fleet Mobility Services, a vital department overseeing the comprehensive life cycle management of the City of Austin's 7,300 vehicles and equipment assets. Our purview includes budgeting, acquisitions, make ready preparation, maintenance, disposal, and operation of 42 fuel sites. We ensure seamless vehicle upkeep, embrace innovative technologies, and provide essential administrative support for all City Departments. Our commitment to excellence drives us to enhance mobility, optimize resources, and serve our community. Comprehensive Repair and Maintenance Program Fuel Supply planning, forecasting, inventory and distribution Acquisitions, Rental and Accident programs to support all essential City Services A Complex and Diversified Fleet TYPE FLEET AMBULANCE, 87 BOAT, 95 CARGO VAN, 172 FLEET ASSETS BY FUEL TYPE PROPANE, 179 BEV, 169 CNG, 35 TRUCK, 1744 CONSTRUCTION EQUIP, 943 FIRE UNIT, 124 HEAVY TRUCK, 586 OFFROAD EQUIP, 672 TRAILER, 763 MOTORCYCLE, 75 REFUSE TRUCK, 193 POLICE UNIT, 916 PASSENGER VEHICLE, 1019 • Our fleet comprises 7389 assets, spanning a diverse range of vehicles and equipment for operational compatibility DIESEL, 2403 NONPOWERED, 1063 GASOLINE (PHEV), 161 GASOLINE (HYB), 347 GASOLINE, 599 ELECTRIC OFFROAD, 193 E85, 2240 • Our fleet utilizes a diverse array of fuel sources to ensure optimal performance and sustainability Public Safety Overview – Fleet Assets Fleet Inventory Trends: Historical Capital Spending Trends: Criteria for vehicle retirement and replacement Targets: APD AFD ATCEMS Category Fleet Inventory APD INVENTORY 530 Total Fleet: 1283, $50M Asset value AFD INVENTORY Total Fleet: 417, $103M Asset value ATCEMS INVENTORY Total Fleet: 249, $33M Asset value 304 375 169 145 81 22 89 81 79 MARKED PATROL MOTORCYCLE OTHER/SUPPORT PUMPER QUINT/LADDER OTHER/SUPPORT LIGHT DUTY UNITS AMBULANCE LIGHT DUTY OTHER/SUPPORT UNITS 74 Single Vision UNITS UNMARKED PATROL APD ACQUISITION SPEND $10.9M $10.2M Fleet Acquisitions $4.8M $6.4M $2.7M $1.0M $1.2M $2.7M $1.8M $4.7M $3.5M $2.0M $7.1M $7.6M $1.1M $1.2M $9.0M $3.4M $5.3M $3.7M $1.6M $3.3M $1.9M $1.4M AFD ACQUISITION SPEND $12.4M ATCEMS ACQUISITION SPEND $8.2M $8.8M $13.4M $11.1M $2.3M 2022 2023 2024 2022 2023 2024 2022 2023 2024 MARKED UNITS UNMARKED SUPPORT UNITS TOTAL FIRE APPARATUS SUPPORT UNITS TOTAL EMS AMBULANCES SUPPORT UNITS TOTAL Replacement Eligibility: Replacement Eligibility: Fleet Life Cycle, Replacement Criteria • Marked Patrol cars: Eligible to replace after reaching 80K miles • All other vehicles/equipment replaced per FMS standard guidelines (CAM) • Lead Time …
Austin Police Department Public Safety Commission – FY2024 Q3 Presentation • • • Section 1: Crimes Against Persons Section 4: Community Engagement Section 2: Crimes Against Property/Society Section 5: Budget Section 3: Response Times & Call Volumes Section 6: Staffing & Vacancies • • • APD Public Safety Commission – FY2024 Q3 Data compiled by APD Research & Planning unit Slide 1 Crimes Against Persons by Offense Type FY2024 Q3 vs. FY2023 Q3 | FY2024 Q3 vs. 5-Year Mean (Q3) Crimes Against Persons Offense Type FY2023 Q3 FY2024 Q3 1-Year Change 5-Year Mean (FY2019-2024 Q3) Difference from 5-Year Mean Assault Offenses (13A, 13B, 13C) Homicide Offenses (09A, 09B) Kidnapping/Abduction (100) Sex Offenses (11A, 11B, 11C, 11D, 36A, 36B) Other Crimes Against Persons (64A, 64B) 3,786 3,418 3,490 11 15 196 1 9 20 189 0 12 13 131 0 Total Crimes Against Persons 4,011 3,636 3,646 2% 33% -35% -31% 0% 0% Source: QlikSense – General Offense *All fiscal year data drawn from April 1 through Jun 19 of respective years. APD Public Safety Commission – FY2024 Q3 Data compiled by APD Research & Planning unit -8% 9% -13% -33% -100% -9% Slide 2 Crimes Against Persons by APD Sector FY2024 Q3 vs. FY2023 Q3 Crimes Against Persons APD Sector Adam Baker Charlie David Edward Frank George Henry Ida Other Total FY2023 Q3 371 243 462 380 617 541 258 410 328 28 3,638 FY2024 Q3 361 285 488 389 586 489 285 467 286 11 3,647 Percent Change -3% 17% 6% 2% -5% -10% 10% 14% -13% -61% 0% Source: QlikSense – General Offense APD Public Safety Commission – FY2024 Q3 Data compiled by APD Research & Planning unit *All fiscal year data drawn from April 1 through Jun 19 of respective years. Change from FY2023 to FY2024 (Q3) Slide 3 Crimes Against Persons by City Council District FY2024 Q3 vs. FY2023 Q3 Crimes Against Persons City Council District FY2023 Q3 FY2024 Q3 504 431 577 564 281 179 351 109 504 121 3,621 490 412 644 559 258 156 290 125 544 158 3,636 Percent Change -3% -4% 12% -1% -8% -13% -17% 15% 8% 31% 0% 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Total Source: QlikSense – General Offense APD Public Safety Commission – FY2024 Q3 Data compiled by APD Research & Planning unit Change from FY2023 to FY2024 (Q3) *All fiscal year data …
Sexual Assault Response Services NIKHITA VED, VP OF COMMUNITY SERVICES What is a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE)? Evaluate and treat trauma and other medical conditions as needed Collect biological, trace, physical evidence Safety planning, follow up, referrals Minimize emotional trauma Advocate for patient needs Collaborate with other responders Testify as fact and expert witnesses What is a Sexual Assault Victim Advocate? Confidential! Provide crisis intervention and safety planning Explain their legal rights and medical options Support during medical forensic exam and detective interview Continuous follow- up support Connection to SAFE and community resources Physical resources: groceries, clothing, etc. Accompaniment and support throughout criminal justice process Advocacy & accompaniment with civil legal system (protective orders) Break lease and verification of services letters Planned Parenthood services Limited medical case management Follow up services Expect Respect DEAF Share Disability Services Prevention Planet SAFE Children’s Services Community Resource Advocacy Supervised Independent Living Counseling Long-term support & healing Supportive Housing Peer Support Strong Start Supervised Independent Living Legal Services Emergency shelter Rapid Rehousing Legal Services SAFEline Crisis Intervention Peer Support Counseling CARES (support for trafficking victims) Therapeutic Services Human Resources Basic Needs (In-Kind and Warehouse) Finance Information Technology Development Direct Services Facilities and Operations Marketing and Communications Quality and Compliance Sexual Assault Response Services
Annual Internal Review This report covers the time period of 7/1/2023 to 6/30/2024 Public Safety Commission ____________________________________ The Public Safety Commission of the City of Austin meets the first Monday of each month. The mission of the Commission is to review the City of Austin’s needs and concerns with regards to public safety through presentations, documents, and data provided by the three public safety departments of the City of Austin: Police, Fire, and Austin/Travis County Emergency Medical Services and from advocates, community organizations, and citizens. During the previous year, the Public Safety Commission heard concerns from citizens and requested presentations from experts in addition to regular quarterly reports from each of the public safety agencies on: • APD/DPS Partnership • Processing of overtime pay • Department budgetary needs • Coordination of the public safety departments with Homeland Security Emergency • Public safety department uses of overtime • Staffing of special events • Austin Fire Department’s coordination with other city departments on wildfire Management prevention • Austin Police Department protocols & procedures on communication with families after officer-involved shootings • Public safety department language access policies • Victim Services and Collective Sex Crimes Response Model working group • Sobering Center • Offie of Police Oversight • Virtual Magistration Pilot Program • 88th Texas Legislative Session • Office of Police Oversight Policing and Disabilities Report Public Safety Commission Annual Review and Work Plan 2024 - Page 2 • Public Safety Wellness Center • Opioid overdose response • Downtown Austin Community Court Mobile Court Pilot • APD Training Academy • 2024-2025 Community Investment Budget The Commission made recommendations to City Council on relevant issues. The recommendations included: RECOMMENDATION 20230710-006 Public Safety Commission recommends the partnership between the Austin Police Department and the Department of Public Safety be discontinued unless there is significant community engagement and an Austin City Council resolution establishing a formal interlocal agreement between APD & DPS, adopting parameters and guidelines that define goals, time periods, accountability, data sharing, reporting and expectations.1 RECOMMENDATIO 202300807-005 The Public Safety Commission’s budget recommendations on the Public Safety Department unmet needs and further recommends that the Office of Chief Medical Officer not be restructured until further analysis is made.2 RECOMMENDATION 20230911-005 Public Safety Commission recommends the Austin City Council review the viability of maximizing the use of unsworn staff in support of special events for as many functions as is possible to alleviate demand on …
1. REGULAR MEETING of the COMMISSION ON IMMIGRANT AFFAIRS JULY 1, 2024 AT 6:30PM PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER (PDC) 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE ROOM 1401 AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the COMMISSION ON IMMIGRANT AFFAIRS 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 Gunjen Mittal, 512- 972-6104, gunjen.mittal@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Melissa Ortega, Chair Victor Martinez, Vice Chair Jose Caceres Aditi Joshi Shweta Padmanabham Kevin Countie Adrian De La Rosa CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA The first 10 speakers signed up 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 COMMISSION ON IMMIGRANT AFFAIRS REGULAR MEETING on 2/5/2024. Font Size: 12; Font: Times New Roman; Font Style: Regular 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing by Rocio Villalobos, Program Manager with the Equity Office regarding updates on her work with Austin immigrant communities. DISCUSSION ITEMS Welcome new Commissioners to Commission on Immigrant Affairs. Presentation by Christian Duran from the Housing Department to present on 5-year federal funding plan to solicit input and discussion from Commissioners on spending priorities. Presentation by Amanda Rohlich from the Office of Sustainability to present an overview of the Austin/Travis County Food Plan and how to get involved by soliciting input and discussion from Commissioner. Discussion on recruiting new members to this Commission to fill remaining seats. DISCUSSION AND ACTION Review and discuss the scope of the Quality-of-Life Study working group and update membership. Current members of QOL Study workgroup are: Commissioners Aditi Joshi, Rennison Lalgee, Melissa Ortega, Victor Martinez and Adrian De La Rosa. Review and discuss the scope of Budget working group and update membership. Current members of the Budget workgroup are: Commissioners Melissa Ortega and Adnan Suleiman. Discussion and approval of recommendation on budget reporting for Commission on Immigrant Affairs. Discussion and approval of recommendation on …
REGULAR MEETING of the MUSIC COMMISSION July 1, 2024, 6:30PM CITY HALL BOARD AND COMMISSIONS ROOM, 301 W 2ND STREET, Austin, Texas 78701 Some members of the Music 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 Shelbi Mitchell, 512-974-6318, Shelbi.Mitchell@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Nagavalli Medicharla - Chair, Anne-Charlotte Patterson – Vice Chair, Oren Rosenthal – Parliamentarian, Scott Strickland – Secretary, Nelson Aguilar, Tami Blevins, Pedro Carvalho, Leonard Davila, Lauryn Gould, Conrice “Ray” Price Jr., Celeste Quesada CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA Approve the minutes of the Music Commission Meeting on June 3, 2024. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Presentation on musical performance by Peter Stopschinski, Music Commission Live Performance participant and Shelbi Mitchell, Program Coordinator, Music & Entertainment Division. Live Music Fund collections update by Kim McCarson, Program Manager, Music & Entertainment Division, Economic Development Department. 3. Update on the FY24 Austin Live Music Fund by Erica Shamaly, Division Manager, Music & Entertainment Division. DISCUSSION ITEMS Discussion on city support for housing the current collection at Texas Music Museum following update from working group and Sylvia Morales, Texas Music Museum. Update regarding the Economic and Cultural District Framework Policy by Matthew Schmidt, Global Business Expansion Division, Program Manager III. Informational update on SXSW economic impact by Chair. Update on live musical performances for Music Commission meetings by Vice Chair Patterson. Update from Land Use Working group by Vice Chair Patterson. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ITEMS 10. Approve recommendation to create a Placed-Based Enhancement Program to incentivize inclusion of live music venues and other creative sector businesses in new mixed-use development, support development of stand-alone high-impact community development projects including arts and music complexes, and preserve existing music venues, creative spaces, legacy businesses, and nonprofits. Approve recommendation to create a Creative Combining District and Development Bonus Program to enhance the development and preservation of live music venues and creative sector businesses, and to initiate a specific Red River Cultural District subdistrict and cultural district overlay. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. …
[BOARD/COMMISSION NAME] RECOMMENDATION YYYYMMDD-XXX [XXX is the agenda item number] Date: 6/27/2024 Subject: Creative Combining District and Development Bonus Program for live music venues; Subdistrict and cultural district overlay for Red River Cultural District Seconded By: Motioned By: Nagavalli Medicharla Recommendation Music Commission recommends creating a Creative Combining District and Development Bonus Program to enhance the development and preservation of live music venues and creative sector businesses, and to initiate a specific Red River Cultural District subdistrict and cultural district overlay Description of Recommendation to Council Rationale: Music in Austin is fundamental to the city's identity, enhancing its quality of life and serving as a significant draw for tourism and employers. The Red River Cultural District (RRCD) serves as a center for live music, and the city must ensure that music continues to be an integral part of RRCD as the district evolves in future. With thousands of hotel rooms in the vicinity, proximity to these live music venues enhances the attractiveness of the area for visitors, supporting local businesses and boosting the economy. RRCD is home to several live music venues which nurture local talent. Cultural and music venues provide spaces for people to gather, share experiences, and foster a sense of community. By investing in RRCD, the city can ensure the continuity of its vibrant music scene, attract talent, boost tourism, and enhance the overall quality of life for its residents. Vote: (Add the number vote here, even if unanimous) For: Against: Abstain: Absent: Attest: [Staff or board member can sign] 1 of 1
Proposal for an Expanded Texas Music Museum in East Austin Music Commission Meeting July 1, 2024 Report 3 Space Needed Staffing Budget for Proposed Expansion Budget The Texas Music Museum’s Mission and Goals The Texas Music Museum: A Premier Destination for Music Tourism and Cultural Heritage Proposed Texas Music Museum Space Expansion 3 6 6 6 Texas Music Museum Complete Exhibits Collaborative Contributions and Exhibits of the Texas Music Museum 7 Expanding Cultural Collaborations: Sharing Texas Music Museum Exhibits and Materials 8 with Esteemed Institutions 9 Timeline 10 Staffing Proposed Phase I, II & III 10 10 11 12 13 13 13 13 13 14 14 14 14 14 Phase I Initial Launch Phase II Expansion and Enhancement Phase III Strategic Plan for Sustainable Growth and Community Engagement Phase I Initial Launch Phase II Expansion and Enhancement Phase III Strategic Plan for Sustainable Growth and Community Engagement Phase I Funding Needed Phase II Funding Needed Phase III Funding Needed Operational Costs/Budget for Each Phase Marketing Budget for Each Phase Operational Budget Marketing Budget Monetization Strategy for the Texas Music Museum: Leveraging Rental Spaces, Fundraising, and Show Admissions for Financial Sustainability Examples of Cultural Impact of Existing Iconic Music Museums Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum Museum of Pop Culture Examples of Music Museum Floor Plans Map: Musicians Hall of Fame, Nashville TN Map: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Cleveland, OH Appendix 2 15 15 16 17 18 19 19 20 21 3 The Texas Music Museum’s Mission and Goals Texas is one of the most diverse and musically significant regions in the United States, boasting many nationally influential musicians and more noteworthy music groups than any other state. It is truly remarkable that the Texas Music Museum has not yet expanded to a world-class institution. The Texas Music Museum’s mission is to be a comprehensive cultural the diverse range of Texas musicians and representing all music genres. institution, highlighting We believe that the greatly expanded Texas Music Museum should be significantly larger than any of the current music museums in order to showcase the very broad range of famousTexas musicians and also to honor the many talented musicians who have contributed so much to the rich musical legacy of Texas yet have received little or no recognition. Beyond being a vital repository of Texas's ongoing cultural heritage for Texas and the world, …
07.01.2024 Joint Music & Arts Commissions Urban Core Land Use Working Group Recommendations for the Austin Convention Center Expansion Public Private Partnership (P3) Development & Site-wide Considerations The Joint Arts & Music Urban Core Land Use Working Group was formed to study and provide recommendations for City-involved real estate development. The Arts and Music Commissions recognize that land use planning is immensely critical to the sustainability and growth of Austin’s music and cultural arts economies. Working Group Members Lauryn Gould, Music Commissioner Acia Gray, Arts Commissioner Anne-Charlotte Patterson, Music Commission vice-chair Heidi Schmalbach, Arts Commission vice-chair Mark Gilbert, Arup Development Consultancy Gian Michael Piano, Presidium Real Estate Stefani Stanley, Kadence Twelve Productions Ryan Steglich, Steglich Consulting, Here Today Gone Tomorrow Convention Center Expansion The Austin Convention Center expansion is a tremendous The Austin Convention Center now has the opportunity investment of over $1 billion in public funds and a landmark to set itself apart and above competing facilities by downtown project. This endeavor holds tremendous leveraging and strengthening Austin’s status as a thriving potential for public benefits to Austin, including increased mecca for creativity, arts, music, and diverse culture. The tourism revenue, exceptional public spaces, and robust Joint Arts & Music Commissions Urban Core Land Use programming. City of Austin Music and Cultural grant Working Group provides the following recommendations programs are funded by Hotel Occupancy Taxes, which are to help guide expansion planning vision with the hope that directly impacted by Convention Center operations. Cultural the Austin Convention Center will become a unique world- and small business spaces are threatened by rising rents, class destination attracting visitors from across the US and but remain central to Austin’s iconic brand. the world. Convention Center Expansion Recommendations P3 Development: Vision • Cohesive master plan for the district that integrates building ground floor uses with the streetscape and public realm. • Experiential, enages with and heightens the surrounding urban environment. • Publicly accessible to draw locals and non- convention tourists in addition to convention attendees, including foot traffic from Rainey Street, Red River Cultural District, Palm District, and Ann & Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail. • Positioned to promote Austin culture and artists, and music • Authentic Austin experience Convention Center Expansion Recommendations P3 Development: Music Spaces • Record store featuring & promotion local artists and bands touring through Austin that week • Music lounges and stages (ABIA model) • Rehearsal spaces with …
MUSIC COMMISSION MEETING 7/01/2024 H O T E L O C C U P A N C Y T A X C O L L E C T I O N S L I V E M U S I C F U N D Kim McCarson Program Manager UPDATED 7.01.2024 FY 24 Year-to-Date Hotel Occupancy Tax Collections – Live Music Fund FY24 Amended Budget $5,575,000 May 2024 w/ Encumbrances $334,088 FY24 Year-to-Date w/ Encumbrances $3,210,407 FY24 Year-End Estimate $17,874 $312,748 $827,586 $19,399 $338,773 $854,923 $12,938 $323,076 $798,287 $5,509 $217,400 $744,461 $334,088 $781,775 $16,866 $288,304 $857,431 $4,903 $171,733 $755,308 FY 23 October February FY 24 November March December April January May FY 23 Year-to-Date Hotel Occupancy Tax Collections – Live Music Fund FY23 Amended Budget $4,100,000 September 2023 w/ Encumbrances $17,874 FY23 Year-to-Date w/ Encumbrances $4,472,973 FY23 Year-End Estimate $4,043,166 $17,874 $312,748 $827,586 $19,399 $338,773 $854,923 $12,938 $323,076 $798,287 $5,509 $217,400 $744,461 FY 23 October April November May December June January July February August March September
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION 20240701-007 July 1, 2024 Date: Subject: Participation in stakeholder group meetings with Austin Police Department Chief Candidates Motioned by: Chair Ramírez Seconded by: Commissioner Sierra-Arévalo recommendations to the Austin City Council on matters related to public safety; WHEREAS, The Austin Public Safety Commission is tasked with providing WHEREAS, the City of Austin is undergoing a national search for a permanent Austin Police Department Chief; WHEREAS, the city manager’s office has already stipulated that community members will be included in stakeholder groups that will meet candidates; WHEREAS, the Public Safety Commission closely interacts with the Austin Police Department Chief’s leadership both directly and through their representative counterparts; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Public Safety Commission recommends Austin City Council and City Manager include a non-quorum contingent of the Public Safety Commission and other relevant commissions in stakeholder groups interviews of the Austin Police Department candidates. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Public Safety Commission recommends Austin City Council and City Manager include a non-quorum contingent of the Public Safety Commission and other relevant commissions in stakeholder groups interviews of future chief candidates for all the public safety departments. Vote: For: Chair Ramírez, Vice Chair Ruttan, Commissioners Bernhardt, Reyes, Sierra-Arévalo, Smith Absent: Commissioners Hermesmeyer, Holmes, Nguyễn, Orr Attest: Christi Vitela (Public Safety Commission staff liaison)
MUSIC COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION 20240701-10 Date: July 1, 2024 Subject: Place-based Enhanced Program Motioned By: Vice-Chair Anne-Charlotte Patterson Seconded By: Commissioner Lauryn Gould Recommendation The Music Commission recommends that City Council support the Place-Based Enhancement Program developed by the Economic Development Department staff. Description of Recommendation to Council The Place-Based Enhancement Program leverages tax reimbursements to incentivize the development and preservation of music venues, creative spaces, and other local businesses which significantly impact the culture and quality of life in Austin. • Affordable Space: Tax reimbursements will be offered to developers of mixed-use and commercial building projects to include affordable commercial leases for arts and music venues and establishments, small local businesses, and community development projects • Community Impact: Tax reimbursements will support the development of stand-alone high-impact community projects including arts and music complexes, grocery stores in food deserts, childcare facilities, and industry hubs and incubators • Cultural Preservation: Tax reimbursements and potentially other programs will support retention and improvement of existing music venues, creative spaces, and legacy businesses, nonprofits, and co-ops Rationale: • State code (Chapter 380) states that a municipality may establish programs for provision services and grants of public money to promote local economic development and to stimulate business and commercial activity. • An urgent need for affordable small business and creative space continues in Austin, as small local businesses, particularly music and creative enterprises, compete with luxury real estate and high-end retail/restaurant enterprises for limited commercial space • Music and cultural arts in Austin are a core factor in the city’s quality of life, and a significant draw for tourism and large-scale employers. Therefore, it’s critical that the City work to preserve the Austins cultural lifeblood through investment in the local music and arts economies. Vote For: 10 Against: 0 Abstain: 0 Absent: 0 Attest: Shelbi Mitchell 1 of 1
MUSIC COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION 20240701-11 Date: Subject: July 1, 2024 Creative Combining District and Development Bonus Program for live music venues; Subdistrict and cultural district overlay for Red River Cultural District Seconded By: Scott Strickland Motioned By: Nagavalli Medicharla Recommendation Music Commission recommends creating a Creative Combining District and Development Bonus Program to enhance the development and preservation of live music venues and creative sector businesses, and to initiate a specific Red River Cultural District subdistrict and cultural district overlay Description of Recommendation to Council Rationale: Music in Austin is fundamental to the city's identity, enhancing its quality of life and serving as a significant draw for tourism and employers. The Red River Cultural District (RRCD) serves as a center for live music, and the city must ensure that music continues to be an integral part of RRCD as the district evolves in future. With thousands of hotel rooms in the vicinity, proximity to these live music venues enhances the attractiveness of the area for visitors, supporting local businesses and boosting the economy. RRCD is home to several live music venues which nurture local talent. Cultural and music venues provide spaces for people to gather, share experiences, and foster a sense of community. By investing in RRCD, the city can ensure the continuity of its vibrant music scene, attract talent, boost tourism, and enhance the overall quality of life for its residents. Vote: For: 10 Against: Abstain: Absent: 1 Attest: Shelbi Mitchell 1 of 1
Public Safety Commission Meeting Minutes Monday, July 1, 2024 PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION REGULAR CALLED MEETING MINUTES Monday, July 1, 2024 The Public Safety Commission convened in a regular called meeting on Monday, July 1, 2024, at City Hall Building, Boards and Commissions Room, 301 W 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Vice Chair Ruttan called the Public Safety Commission Meeting to order at 4:01 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Timothy Ruttan, Vice Chair Rebecca Bernhardt Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Nelly Paulina Ramírez, Chair Angelica Reyes Michael Sierra-Arévalo Yasmine Smith PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Public Safety Commission regular meeting on June 3, 2024. Action was taken on the item but later reconsidered. The motion to approve minutes from the meeting on 06/03/2024 was made by Chair Ramírez, seconded by Commissioner Bernhardt failed on 4-0 vote. Commissioners Sierra-Arévalo and Smith abstained. Commissioners Hermesmeyer, Holmes, Nguyễn and Orr were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Public Safety Quarterly Report including update on the open data portal, Austin Police Department. Presentations were made by Chief Greenwalt, Assistant Chief, Austin Police Department and Monica Spiritas, Business Intelligence Consultant, Austin Police Department. 1 Public Safety Commission Meeting Minutes Monday, July 1, 2024 3. Presentations by Austin Police Department, Austin Fire Department, Austin/Travis County Emergency Medical Services and Fleet Mobility Services on Public Safety Vehicles. Presentation was made by Rick Harland, Assistant Director, Fleet Mobility Services. 4. Discussion of Forensic Nursing with representatives from The Safe Alliance (SAFE) and Sexual Assault Response and Resource Team (SARRT). Presentations were made by Nikhita Ved, Vice President of Community Services, SAFE and Shelli Eggers, managing attorney, Texas Legal Services and co-chair of Austin Travis County Sexual Assault Response. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. Discuss and approve the formation of an Austin Police Department Cadet Training Academy Recommendations Working Group. The motion to approve the formation of an Austin Police Department Cade Training Academy Recommendations Working Group tasked with reviewing the progress the APD Training Academy has made based on the Kroll report and recommendations by Office of Police Oversight, talking to stakeholder groups and bringing back possibly multiple recommendations to establish tracking and continuity was made by Chair Ramírez, seconded by Commissioner Smith and approved on a 6-0 vote. Commissioners Hermesmeyer, Holmes, Nguyễn and Orr were absent. Chair Ramírez, Commissioners Smith and Sierra-Arévalo agreed to be part of the Working Group. 6. Approve the Public …
MUSIC COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES 1 July 2024 The Music Commission convened in a regular meeting on July 1 2024, in the Boards & Commissions Room at Austin City Hall 301 W 2nd St, Austin, TX 78701. Vice Chair Patterson called the Music Commission Meeting to order at 6:38 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Chair Nagavalli Medicharla, Leonard Davila, Scott Strickland, Celeste Quesada, Nelson Aguilar, Vice-Chair Anne-Charlotte Patterson, Ray Price, Lauryn Gould, Tami Blevins, Oren Rosenthal CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Nagavalli Medicharla - Chair, Anne-Charlotte Patterson – Vice Chair, Oren Rosenthal – Parliamentarian, Nelson Aguilar, Tami Blevins, Pedro Carvalho, Leonard Davila, Lauryn Gould, Ray Price, Celeste Quesada, Scott Strickland CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA Clay Shorkey, Texas Music Museum Zac Traeger, Director of the Museum of Human Achievement 1. 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 3. Approval the minutes of the Music Commission Meeting on June 3, 2024 was moved by Commissioner Davila and a second by Vice-Chair Patterson with a 10-0 vote. STAFF BRIEFINGS 4. Presentation on musical performance by Peter Stopschinski, Music Commission Live Performance participant and Shelbi Mitchell, Program Coordinator, Music & Entertainment Division. Font Size: 12; Font: Times New Roman; Font Style: Regular 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 13. Live Music Fund collections update by Kim McCarson, Program Manager, Music & Entertainment Division, Economic Development Department. Update on the FY24 Austin Live Music Fund by Erica Shamaly, Division Manager, Music & Entertainment Division. DISCUSSION ITEMS Discussion on city support for housing the current collection at Texas Music Museum following update from working group and Sylvia Morales, Texas Music Museum. Update regarding the Economic and Cultural District Framework Policy by Matthew Schmidt, Global Business Expansion Division, Program Manager III. Informational update on SXSW economic impact by Chair. Update on live musical performances for Music Commission meetings by Vice Chair Patterson. Update from Land Use Working group by Vice Chair Patterson. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS 12. Approve recommendation to create a Placed-Based Enhancement Program to incentivize inclusion of live music venues and other creative sector businesses in new mixed-use development, support development of stand-alone high-impact community development projects including arts and music complexes, and preserve existing music venues, creative spaces, legacy businesses, and nonprofits. Vice-Chair Patterson motioned to approve with a second by Commissioner Gould with a 10-0 vote. Approve recommendation to create a Creative Combining District and Development Bonus Program to enhance the development and preservation …
Urban Forestry Committee Meeting June 27th, 2024 at 11:30 AM Permitting And Development Center, Events Center, Room 1401 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive Austin, Texas 78752 Some members of the Urban Forestry Committee will be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Elizabeth Funk, Watershed Protection Department, at (512) 568-2244, Elizabeth.Funk@austintexas.gov, no later than noon, the day before the meeting. The following information is required: speaker name, 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). CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Richard Brimer (Committee Chair) Mariana Krueger Colin Nickells Melinda Schiera CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA 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 STAFF BRIEFINGS Services Department 1. Approve the minutes of the Urban Forestry Committee Meeting of March 28, 2024 2. City Arborist Quarterly Report FY24 – Naomi Rotramel, City Arborist, Development 3. Staff briefing on climate adaptation and Austin’s urban forest – Emily King, Urban Forestry, Development Services Department DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Brimer, Urban Forestry Committee Chair Richard Brimer, Urban Forestry Committee Chair FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT 4. Discussion and recommendation on strategies to improve Austin’s tree canopy – Richard 5. Discussion and recommendation on the 2023-2024 Urban Forestry Annual Report – 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 Elizabeth 512-568-2244, Elizabeth.Funk@austintexas.gov; for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. Protection Department, Funk, Watershed at
Vulnerability Assessment of Austin’s Urban Forest and Natural Areas J u n e 2 0 24 Vulnerability Assessment What is it Why it matters Dive deeper What is it An assessment that evaluates the vulnerability of urban trees and natural and developed landscapes within the City of Austin to a range of future climates. Vulnerability is… …the susceptibility of a system to the adverse effects of climate change. Vulnerability is a function of potential climate change impacts and the adaptive capacity of the system. Use this space for an engaging chart or images Vulnerability Assessment Highlights: Climate ● Increased temperatures ● Precipitation (droughts and floods) ● Shift to aridification Vulnerability Assessment Highlights: Trees Almost 90% of species are moderately – highly vulnerable 76% of low and moderately vulnerable species are native to our area Why it matters Climate change is here; 6 of the hottest 10 years in Austin were between 2000-2019. Austin has over 33 million trees; our trees will be directly and indirectly impacted by climate change. Extreme heat is a threat to our community. Trees shade and cool. Significant Benefits Dive deeper • Summary of the report here • Full report here • Austin's Climate Equity Plan Emily King Urban Forester Emily.King@AustinTexas.gov facebook.com/NatureCityATX instagram.com/NatureCityATX
Annual Internal Review This report covers the time period of 7/1/2023 to 6/30/2024 Urban Forestry Committeee The Committee mission statement is: May study, investigate, advise, report, and recommend actions, programs, or plans the Committee determines necessary or advisable for the care, preservation, pruning, planting, replanting, removal, or disposition of trees and shrubs and other landscaping in public parks, along streets, and in other public areas. Develop recommendations for urban forest plans for the planting, maintenance, and replacement of trees in parks, along streets, and in other public area, and submit them to the Environmental Commission for review and appropriate action. 1. Describe the board’s actions supporting their mission during the previous calendar year. Address all elements of the board’s mission statement as provided in the relevant sections of the City Code. • Review current tree removal and public complaint processes. • Review and recommend Austin’s tree canopy status and goals for 2050. • Define the term “ghost trees” and how they impact tree canopy management. • Review Heritage Tree administrative varaiance process. • Plan for upcoming year’s activities and goals. • Receive update on tree preservation numbers. • Update Committee on tree preservation incentives in the HOME code amendments. 2. Determine if the board’s actions throughout the year comply with the mission statement. The Committee’s actions throughout the year did comply with the mission of the Urban Forestry Committee. 3. List the board’s goals and objectives for the new calendar year. • Continue to work with City Staff on implementation to meet the City’s goal of 50% canopy cover by the year 2050 and focus on increasing canopy equity. • Move the 50% canopy cover date forward to 2040. Annual Review and Work Plan 2024 Page 2 • Coordinate with Parks and Recreation Department and Parks Board in efforts to improve canopy cover along trails. • Work more closely with non-profits (e.g., Treefolks) to increase the number of trees provided to schools, public parks, and individuals in efforts to reduce the heat island effect in urban areas. • Develop plans with City Staff to encourage developers to increase the use of butterfly gardens, micro-forests to improve biodiversity. Improve documentation of unpermitted tree removals. • • Calculate City of Austin canopy cover biennially. • Require Urban Forestry to double the existing canopy coverage in East Austin (east of Interstate I-35) by 2040. • Adjust the tree mitigation fund to account for …
