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DOWNTOWN COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 17, 2024 The Downtown Commission convened the regular meeting on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, at 301 W. 2nd Street in hybrid meeting format. COMMISSIONERS IN ATTENDANCE August Harris, Chair Ralph E Ishmael, Jr. Vice-Chair Liz Coufal Darilynn Cardona-Beiler Kimberly Levinson Spencer Schumacher Sania D. Shifferd Jen Weaver COMMISSIONERS IN ATTENDANCE REMOTELY Darilynn Cardona-Beiler Jennifer Franklin Kimberly Levinson Taylor Major Amy Mok Tania Ortega Ann Charlotte Patterson CALL TO ORDER Chair Harris called the meeting of the Downtown Commission to order at 5:32 pm APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Downtown Commission November 20, 2023, Special Called meeting. A motion to approve the minutes was made by Commissioner Levinson and seconded by Commissioner Shifferd on a vote of 9-0. Commissioners Lavigne, McKinney, Holmes and Laroche were absent. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEM 2. Discussion and possible action for the Commission to draft a recommendation to Council to prioritize community engagement with regards to the Convention Center expansion. A motion to approve the drafting of a recommendation similar to the Music Commission Recommendation 20231106-11 with the additional provision of a member of the Downtown Commission becoming a member of the Advisory Board by Commissioner Ishmael and seconded by Commissioner Levinson on a vote of 9-0. Commissioners Lavigne, McKinney, Holmes and Laroche were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Stevie Greathouse of the Planning Department presented on the Palm District Plan. Presentation was made by Stevie Greathouse, Capital Program Consultant, Planning Department. 4. Laura Dierenfield of the Transportation and Public Works Department presented on the Seaholm District Multimodal Connectivity Projects. Presentation was made by Laura Dierenfield, Division Manager, Transportation and Public Works Department. 5. Discussion of recent activities and actions taken by the Arts Commission. Commissioner Amy Mok updated the Commission on a partnership between the Austin Economic Development Corporation and the Austin Playhouse. Additionally, the Commissioner updated the Commission on another initiative on a community discussion on neighborhood connections with arts. 6. Discussion of recent activities and actions taken by the Historic Landmark Commission. Withdrawn. 7. Discussion of recent activities and actions taken by the Music Commission. Commissioner Ann Charlotte Patterson updated the Commission on discussions and actions by the Music Commission including a presentation on future funding needs of the Red River Cultural District. 8. Discussion of recent activities and actions taken by the Parks & Recreation Board. Commissioner Franklin had no updates at this …
WATER AND WASTEWATER COMMISSION REGULAR CALLED MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, January 17, 2024 The Water and Wastewater Commission convened in a regular called meeting on January 17, 2024, at Austin Energy Headquarters, 4815 Mueller Boulevard, Austin, Texas. Chair Turrieta called the Water and Wastewater Commission to order at 6:01 p.m. Commission Members in Attendance: William Moriarty (remote), Jesse Penn, Alex Navarro, Mike Reyes, Shwetha Pandurangi, Judy Musgrove (remote), Christopher Maxwell-Gaines, Marcela Tuñón Sion, Chair Susan Turrieta Commission Members Absent: Sam Angoori, Sabrina Reichert PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL There were no speakers registered to speak. APPROVAL OF MINUTES DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION 1. Approval of minutes from the November 8, 2023, regular meeting of the Water and Wastewater Commission. The minutes from the November 8, 2023, regular meeting were approved with edits to Item 13 recognizing Commissioner Alex Navarro’s appointment to Austin Water’s Cost of Service Public Involvement Committee on Commissioner Navarro’s motion and Commissioner Maxwell-Gaines’ second on an 8-0 vote with Commissioner Pandurangi off the dais, and Commissioners Angoori and Reichert absent. 2. Recommend approval to execute a contract for underwater diving inspections with Specialty Offshore, Inc., for a term of five years in an amount not to exceed $740,000. Recommended by the Water and Wastewater Commission on Commissioner Penn’s motion and Commissioner Tuñón Sion’s second on an 8-0 vote with Commissioner Pandurangi off the dais, and Commissioners Angoori and Reichert absent. 3. Recommend approval to execute a contract for hydrogen peroxide solution, feed system, and maintenance with US Peroxide, LLC d/b/a USP Technologies, for a term of five years in an amount not to exceed $3,275,000. Recommended by the Water and Wastewater Commission on Commissioner Penn’s motion and Commissioner Maxwell-Gaines’ second on an 8-0 vote with Commissioner Pandurangi off the dais, and Commissioners Angoori and Reichert absent. 4. Recommend approval to negotiate and execute an Advance Funding Agreement with Texas Department of Transportation for the relocation and adjustments of existing water and wastewater lines and appurtenances in conflict with the TxDOT Loop 360 at RM2222 and Courtyard Roadway Project in the amount of $8,871,283.20 plus a 10% contingency of $887,128.32 for a total amount not to exceed $9,758,411.52. (Districts 8 & 10) Recommended by the Water and Wastewater Commission on Commissioner Penn’s motion and Commissioner Tuñón Sion’s second on an 8-0 vote with Commissioner Pandurangi off the dais, and Commissioners Angoori and Reichert absent. 5. Recommend approval to negotiate and execute …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT COMMISSION January 16, 2024 6:00 p.m. Austin Energy Headquarters; 1st Floor; Shudde Fath Conference Room 4815 Mueller Blvd, Austin, Texas 78723 Some members of the Resource Management Commission maybe participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register contact Natasha Goodwin, at Natasha.Goodwin@austinenergy.com or 512-322-6505. AGENDA Charlotte Davis Trey Farmer GeNell Gary Shane Johnson Members: Louis Stone, Chair Paul Robbins, Vice Chair Kate Bren Melissa Carugati CALL MEETING TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 5 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Chelsey Scaffidi Alison Silverstein Vacant 1. Approve the minutes of the Resource Management Commission Regular Meeting on November 14, 2023. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Recommend approving an ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Austin Energy Operating Budget Special Revenue Fund (Ordinance 20230816-008) to accept and appropriate $855,340 in grant funds from the Energy Efficiency Conservation Block Grant, a funding opportunity from the Office of State and Community Energy Programs at the U.S. Department of Energy for Austin Energy Commercial Energy Efficiency Services Programs. 3. Recommend approving issuance of a capacity-based incentive to Pathways at Chalmers West, LP, for the installation of solar electric systems on their facilities located at 1600 East 3rd Street, Buildings 1, 2, and 3, Austin, TX, 78702, in an amount not to exceed $251,140. The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call Natasha Goodwin at Austin Energy, at (512) 322-6505 or email Natasha.Goodwin@austinenergy.com for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Resource Management Commission, please contact Natasha Goodwin at Austin Energy, at 512-322- 6505 or email Natasha.Goodwin@austinenergy.com . 4. Discussion on repurposing the GreenChoice Program. (Sponsors: Robbins, Stone, …
Non-Public - AE# Customer Energy Solutions FY24 YTD MW Savings Report As of November 2023 EES- Appliance Efficiency Program EES- Home Performance ES - Rebate EES- AE Weatherization & CAP Weatherization - D.I. * EES- School Based Education * EES- Strategic Partnership Between Utilities & Retailers * EES- Multifamily Rebates EES- Multifamily WX-D.I.+ EES- Commercial Rebate EES- Small Business Energy Efficiency TOTAL Demand Response (DR) - Annual Incremental DR- Power Partner DR- Commercial Demand Response (frmly Load Coop) Demand Response (DR) TOTAL Green Building GB- Residential Ratings GB- Residential Energy Code GB- Multifamily Ratings GB- Multifamily Energy Code GB- Commercial Ratings GB- Commercial Energy Code Green Building TOTAL CES MW Savings Grand TOTAL Residential Totals Commercial Totals 12 Participant Type Participants To Date MWh To Date MW Goal 2.60 0.90 0.44 0.30 1.75 0.65 1.00 6.00 2.00 15.64 MW Goal 6.40 2.00 8.40 MW Goal 0.26 1.63 3.00 6.00 4.20 3.90 19.00 MW To Date 0.36 0.06 0.04 0.04 0.32 0.36 0.44 0.83 0.02 2.47 MW To Date 3.33 3.33 MW To Date 0.07 0.31 0.44 1.01 1.70 0.86 4.39 Percentage 14% 6% 9% 14% 18% 56% 44% 14% 1% Percentage 52% 0% Percentage 27% 19% 15% 17% 41% 22% Customers Customers Customers Products Products Apartments Apartments Customers Customers Devices Customers Customers Customers Dwellings Dwellings 1,000 sf 1,000 sf Participant Type Participants To Date MWh To Date Participant Type Participants To Date MWh To Date Rebate Budget Spent to Date 677.78 78.22 70.09 225.13 1,141.76 891.86 2,078.89 46.56 5,210.29 0 0.00 82 430 505 1,292 2,172 2,786 7,266 508 56 55 1,003 32,238 1,461 1,292 22 2 4,399 2,344 2,344 85 397 948 1,852 1,098 2,491 3,282 0 Rebate Budget $ 1,500,000 $ 1,600,000 $ 2,577,000 $ 350,000 $ 1,250,000 $ 900,000 $ 1,800,000 $ 2,250,000 $ 1,100,000 $ 13,327,000 Spent to Date $ 220,234 $ 96,065 $ 364,599 $ 49,518 $ 150,316 $ 662,819 $ 518,306 $ 536,929 $ 11,989 $ 2,610,775 Rebate Budget $ 1,600,000 $ 2,000,000 $ 3,600,000 $ 254,230 $ 254,230 $ 9,300 $ 47,000 $ 56,300.00 $ - 0 $ - $ - MW Goal 43.04 MW To Date 10.20 Percentage Participant Type Participants To Date MWh To Date 10,025 12,476.44 Rebate Budget $ 16,983,300 Spent to Date $ 2,865,005 15.93 19.11 5.33 12.01 33% 63% 39,439 6,389 3596.66 6778.33 $ $ 11,577,000 2,058,425 $ $ 2,316,087 3,350,000 Thermal Energy Storage TOTAL 0.00 0.00 1/10/2024 …
..Title Posting Language Approve an ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Austin Energy Operating Budget Special Revenue Fund (Ordinance 20230816-008) to accept and appropriate $855,340 in grant funds from the Energy Efficiency Conservation Block Grant, a funding opportunity from the Office of State and Community Energy Programs at the U.S. Department of Energy for Austin Energy Commercial Energy Efficiency Services Programs. ..De Lead Department Austin Energy Prior Council Action: Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $855,340 is available from the Department of Energy. No city funding match is required. A fiscal note is attached. For More Information: Amy Everhart, Local Government Issues Director (512) 322-6087; Joseph Teng, Manager, Energy Efficiency Services (512)-482-5439 Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: January 16, 2024- To be reviewed by the Resource Management Commission. Additional Backup Information: In November 2023, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) awarded the City of Austin (Austin Energy or AE) a $855,340 agreement for a two-year Energy Efficiency Community Block Grant (EECBG) program funded by the U.S. Office of State and Community Energy Programs (SCEP). Austin Energy is committed to using these funds at community-facing City-owned facilities. The objective of these funds is to accelerate energy efficiency projects at City of Austin community-facing facilities. Over the next two years, the utility will work with City staff to identify and implement energy efficiency upgrades at the Austin Public Library, Austin Public Health, and Parks and Recreation Department facilities. Improvements to HVAC equipment, building envelope, lighting, and other building systems will reduce energy use, produce fewer greenhouse gases, and enhance facility comfort. Austin Energy expects to administer this grant funding with existing Commercial Energy Efficiency program staff and guidelines. Austin Energy has a long history of providing energy-efficiency incentives in the community to ensure clean, affordable, and reliable electricity – and reduce the need to build new fossil-fuel powerplants. Because of Austin’s emphasis on conservation and protecting the environment, Austin Energy’s energy-efficiency programs have garnered national attention and became a model for the federal government’s ENERGY STAR program. Currently, Austin Energy targets carbon-free generation by 2035 to support the City of Austin’s efforts towards our community-wide goals to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040, as outlined in the Austin Community Climate Plan. Grant funds help Austin Energy meet these carbon reduction targets that benefit the climate and community and is part of the utility’s strategy to lead the clean- energy …
..Title Posting Language Approve issuance of a capacity-based incentive to Pathways at Chalmers West, LP, for the installation of solar electric systems on their facilities located at 1600 East 3rd Street, Buildings 1, 2, and 3, Austin, TX, 78702, in an amount not to exceed $251,140. ..De Lead Department Austin Energy Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $251,140 is available in the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Prior Council Action: June 3, 2021- Council approved issuance of a capacity-based incentive to Pathways at Chalmers East, located at 300 Chicon St. August 8, 2019- Council approved issuance of a capacity-based incentive to Pathways at Chalmers South, located at 1638 E 2nd St. For More Information: Amy Everhart, Director Local Government Issues (512) 322-6087; Tim Harvey, Customer Renewable Solutions Manager (512) 482-5386 Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: January 16, 2024 – To be reviewed by the Resource Management Commission. Additional Backup Information: Austin Energy requests approval to issue this CBI to the Customer for the installation of solar electric system(s), detailed in the table below at their facility to produce renewable energy for on-site consumption. The table below provides a summary of the system size, cost, proposed incentive, and environmental benefits.: Solar System Details* Total System Size (kW-DC) Total System Size (kW-AC) Annual Estimated Production (kWh) Total System Cost ($) Total Incentive ($) Percent of Cost Covered 251 208 371,407 $504,034 $251,140 49.8% Environmental Benefits** and Emission Reduction Equivalencies*** Reduction of Carbon Dioxide (CO2) in tons Reduction of Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) in pounds Reduction of Nitrogen Oxide (NOX) in pounds Equivalency of Vehicle Miles Driven Equivalency of Cars on Austin Roadways Equivalency of Trees Planted Equivalency of Forest Acreage Added *All solar equipment meets Austin Energy program requirements ** Environmental Benefits based on the US Energy Information Association’s state-wide electricity profile *** According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)’s Greenhouse Gas Equivalency Calculator 175 260 260 406,982 35.3 2,625 189 The Pathways at Chalmers West is the third project of The Housing Authority of the City of Austin (HACA). Chalmers West will have 156 affordable housing units. This proposed system is estimated to offset 79% of the interconnected meters projected annual energy consumptions. The purpose of the installation is to provide affordable, renewable energy to underserved populations and leverage the Value-of-Solar benefit to reduce electric bills for the occupants of the multifamily affordable housing properties. In order …
GreenChoice Subscription Program Tim Harvey Customer Renewable Solutions Manager January 2024 © Austin Energy Agenda 2 1 3 Milestones and Data Current Program Design Discussion and Q&A 2 GreenChoice Product Overview GreenChoice (Website) Residential and Commercial 100% for most customers 9 ‘Patron’ commercial customers subscribe to fixed blocks of energy Texas Green-e® None Program Eligible Customer Class Customer Energy Offset Geographical Boundary Third Party Certification Upfront Costs Austin Energy (CRS) Austin Energy (EMO) Wind Developer Owns/Maintains System X Issues RFPs Reviews RFPs Manages Program X X X 3 Program Milestones Batch 6 GreenChoice Batch 3 GreenChoice Batch 4.1 & 4.2 GreenChoice SmartCents BusinessCents Energizer Patron 15 GreenChoice Patron 20 GreenChoice 1998 2001 2002 2004 2006 2008 2012 2015 2017 2018 2019 2021 2023 Batch 4 GreenChoice Patron 14 GreenChoice Batch 1 & 2 GreenChoice Batch 5 GreenChoice Patron 17 GreenChoice Patron Revision GreenChoice 4 GreenChoice Participation by Customer Class (CY22) Annual Customers Annual MWhs 338, 1% 220,744.24, 22.44% 27,949, 99% 762,876.76, 77.56% Residential Commercial Residential Commercial • GreenChoice premiums for FY22 were roughly $7.3M • Green Choice premiums for FY23 were roughly $-4.5M • City of Austin properties represent 45% of GreenChoice participation • Premiums directly affect Power Supply Adjustment (PSA) charges 5 Utility Wind Assets Installed Capacity (MW) 2022 Annual Production (MWhs) Contract Expiration Date Generator Whirlwind Hackberry 59.8 165.6 184,565.78 334,098.35 Los Vientos II Whitetail Jumbo Road Los Vientos III Los Vientos IV Karankawa* Raymond* Pattern Gulf* TOTAL 201.6 92.3 299.7 200 200 206.64 200 170 1,795.64 * Wind generation used to cover retail sales for the CY22 Green-e audit 437,958.15 223,745.77 1,002,282.28 676,561.62 675,736.45 592,694.36 669,700.17 306,151.78 5,103,494.71 First Year of Commercial Operation 2007 2008 2012 2012 2015 2015 2016 2019 2020 2021 2027 2023 2037 2037 2033 2040 2041 2034 2032 2041 • • In CY22 Austin Energy renewable generation represented 53% of total load 18.6% of wind energy produced was allocated to GreenChoice subscribers • Green-e Renewable Energy Credits must come from facilities built within 15 years of retail purchase • Renewable Energy LEED credits are only given to projects purchasing renewable energy from facilities built within the last 5 years Karankawa wind farm is located in south Texas. 124 turbines sit on 18,000 acres (owned by 65 landowners). It is owned by Avangrid Renewables and sells power to Austin Energy and Nike. Photo Credit: Chris Rank 6 Commercial GreenChoice Products BusinessCents Energizer Patron 20 …
ECAD – Energy Conservation Audit Disclosure Ordinance History and Recommendations Jessica Galloway, CNUa Project Manager January 2024 ©Austin Energy Agenda ECAD ordinance background Energy Conversation Audit Disclosure Reporting requirements Operational successes Future ECAD operations Resources, questions & answers 2 Energy Conservation Audit & Disclosure First in the nation, Council adopted ECAD in 2008 to • Support the Climate Protection & Resource Generation Plan • Provide new energy usage tracking tools • Empower consumers through education • Educate professionals to integrate sustainable practices • Link to energy efficiency rebates and incentives ECAD Boundaries 3 U.S. City, County & State Policies for Existing Buildings Benchmarking, Transparency & Beyond 4 Reporting Requirements and Enforcement Within City of Austin and Austin Energy Service Area Applies to Requirements & Frequency Who's Responsible Notes Single Family Residential Multifamily Residential Commercial • Single family to quadplexes • At least 10 years old • Audit performed at time of sale • Good for 10 years • 5+ units • At least 10 years old • Commercial buildings • 10,000+ square feet Audit performed every 10 years Annual Energy benchmarking Seller Property owner/manager Property owner/manager • Variances for demolition • Various exemptions Needed prior to rebates Needed prior to rebates Violations are publicly reported to the City of Austin Municipal Courts 5 Energy Conservation Audit & Disclosure Audits Single Family Residential and Multifamily • Physical in-person audit of building and residence • Conducted by building science professionals • • Includes final recommendations tied directly to Austin Energy’s Energy Efficiency Services programs Audits stored in Austin Energy’s rebate system Data Collected • • • • Property data – legal Auditor information Property information Building information Year built Property Information • • Washer and dryer locations • • Water heater and thermostat Remodel and/or HVAC replacement Building Information • Windows • Roof • • HVAC inspection & duct testing Insulation 6 ` Tools for Residential Energy Efficient Decisions ECAD – Audit Leverage audit results to optimize use of partner programs Austin Energy • Home Performance with Energy Star® • Appliance rebates • Weatherization • Power Partner℠ thermostat • Austin Energy App • Green Building EPA – ENERGY STAR® • ENERGY STAR® Home Energy Yardstick • Assess a home’s energy efficiency • Key insights • Set goals for reducing consumption 7 Multifamily – Energy Guide • • • Produced by Austin Energy annually Property managers must make avaible to tenants and perspective …
Multifamily & Commercial Project Pipeline – Monthly Report 12/28/2023 Figure 1: Commercial and Multifamily Project Pipeline Commercial and Small Business Multifamily 180 160 140 120 100 80 60 40 20 0 t n u o C t c e o r P j 159 35 Pre-Approval in Progress Approved: Installation and Verification 180 160 140 120 100 80 60 40 20 0 t n u o C t c e o r P j 50 113 9 11 Pre-Approval in Progress Approved: Installation and Verification Multifamily Multifamily Income Qualified Project Pipeline Notes: 2. Pipeline Definitions 1. Figures includes all leads and applications, regardless of estimated rebate amount. In coordination with the customer and contractor, Austin Energy periodically removes leads and new applications that do not proceed to Installation. a. “Pre-Approval in Progress” includes: 1) customer/contractor submitted leads; 2) applications in development but not yet submitted to Austin Energy; and 3) applications submitted to Austin Energy that are under review for eligibility and approval of project scope. b. “Approved: Installation and Verification” includes projects: 1) approved with installation underway; and 2) where installation is complete and final inspection and quality review are ongoing. c. Paid projects are listed on the preceding RMC summary table in this report. Multifamily & Commercial Project Pipeline – Monthly Report 12/28/2023 Table 1: Multifamily and Multifamily Income Qualified – Estimated RCA Project Pipeline (for estimated rebates >$72k) Program Latest Workflow Enrollment (s) # Location Name Installation Address Council District Estimated kW savings Estimated kWh savings Estimated $ Incentive Installation Lincoln Oaks 263.3 766,330 $257,806 1266038, 1279735, 1292608, 1292617 Measures Planned Phase 1 (Complete): Water Saving Devices, Phase 2 (In Progress): LED Lighting, Plenum Remediation & Seal, HVAC Tune-Up, Smart Thermostats Total # of Units 296 Installation 1277574 Buckingham Place Duplexes 743 YARSA BLVD 34.2 159,495 $74,700 HVAC Tune-Ups, Smart Thermostats 166 Paid 1290576 49.4 199,196 $117,626 Paid 1290573 The Aspect 234.2 351,901 $203,105 Paid 1283260 60.7 250,207 $111,670 HVAC Tune-Ups, Lighting, Smart Thermostats, Limited time bonus offerings LED Lights, Plenum Remediation & Seal, HVAC Tune-Ups, Smart Thermostats, ECAD incentive, MFIQ LTO items Attic Insulation, HVAC Tune-Up, Smart Thermostats, Lighting, Water Savings Devices Multifamily Installation 1281017 Multifamily Installation 1275428 305.4 669,612 $279,173 Low-E windows, Smart Thermostats, HVAC replacement 99.9 349,027 $213,038 HVAC Tune-Ups, Smart Thermostats, LED Lighting Multifamily Installation 1299445 32.7 1,687 $87,883 Attic Insulation (FY24) Multifamily Income Qualified Multifamily Income Qualified Multifamily Income Qualified Multifamily Income …
ASIAN AMERICAN QUALITY OF LIFE ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA January 16th, 2024 REGULAR MEETING of the ASIAN AMERICAN QUALITY OF LIFE ADVISORY COMMISSION JANUARY 16th, 2024 at 6:00pm (CST) CITY HALL, BOARDS & COMMISISONS RM #1101 301 W 2ND ST, AUSTIN, TX 78701 MEETING AGENDA This meeting is being held in a hybrid format, with both in-person and online virtual participation via WebEx. Some members of the Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or via telephone. Remote speakers must register in advance (January 15th by 12pm-Noon). All public comments will occur at the beginning of the meeting and public speakers will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. To speak or attend remotely, residents must contact the Equity Office’s Community Services Program Coordinator, Alejandra Mireles, no later than 12pm- noon on Monday, January 15th, 2024. Please telephone call & leave a voicemail at (512) 974- 8045 or email alejandra.mireles@austintexas.gov. The information required is the speaker’s name, the item number(s) they wish to speak on, whether they are for/against/neutral, email address, and telephone number (must be the same number that will be used to call into the meeting). BOARD MEMBERS: District Commissioner District Commissioner VACANT Seonhye “Sonny” Sin 9 10 Sabrina Sha Satyajeet Dodia Kuo Yang Lily Trieu Nayer Sikder Fang Fang Anna Lan Mohsin Lari Mayor Hanna Huang (Chair) At-Large Padmini Jambulapati At-Large Pierre Nguyen At-Large Zahra Shakur Jamal-Hassan At-Large Sarah Chen (Vice-Chair) 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 ASIAN AMERICAN QUALITY OF LIFE ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA January 16th, 2024 CALL TO ORDER MEETING AGENDA PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first ten speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Discussion and possible action to approve the minutes of the COMMISSION’s REGULAR MEETING on NOVEMBER 14th, 2023. STAFF BRIEFINGS DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Discussion on updates from Jodi Schrobilgen, from the Hope Clinic. Discussion on updates regarding city executive leadership vacancies and hiring of those positions. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Discussion and possible action for scheduling a strategic Asian American Quality-of-Life Advisory Commission planning meeting(s) in the beginning of 2024. Discussion and possible action on a Resolution Condemning Hate & Calling for a Ceasefire in Gaza. WORKING GROUP/COMMITTEE UPDATES 6. Budget Workgroup (Commissioners Sarah …
ZONING & PLATTING COMMISSION AGENDA Tuesday, January 16, 2024 The Zoning and Platting Commission will convene at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, January 16, 2024, at Austin City Hall, Council Chambers, Room 1001 301 W. Second Street, Austin, TX. Some members of the Zoning and Platting Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Scott Boone Alejandra Flores William D. Floyd David Fouts Kendra Garrett Betsy Greenberg - Vice-Chair Ryan Johnson - Parliamentarian Hank Smith – Chair Lonny Stern Carrie Thompson - Secretary 1 Vacancy EXECUTIVE SESSION (No public discussion) The Zoning & Platting Commission will announce it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, to receive advice from Legal Counsel on matters specifically listed on this agenda. The commission may not conduct a closed meeting without the approval of the city attorney. Private Consultation with Attorney – Section 551.071 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION The first four (4) speakers signed up prior to the speaker registration deadline will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of minutes from December 19, 2023. Attorney: Chrissy Mann 512-974-2179 Commission Liaison: Andrew Rivera, 512-974-6508 PUBLIC HEARINGS 2. Rezoning: Location: Owner/Applicant: Live Creek LLC Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: C14-2023-0053 - Bonnell Residential Rezoning; District 10 4812 Mount Bonnell Road, Lake Austin/ Dry Creek North Watersheds Thrower Design LLC (A. Ron Thrower) LA to SF-2 Recommended Sherri Sirwaitis, 512-974-3057, sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov Planning Department Request for Indefinite Postponement by Applicant. Postponement Request: 3. Zoning: Location: C14-2023-0100 - Optimist Club Recreation, District 6 13504 ½ Briarwick Drive, 9100 Meadowheath Drive, 13332 Villa Park Drive, 13300-134011 Morris Road, Lake Creek Watershed Owner/Applicant: Optimist Club of Town & Country Round Rock Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Thrower Design LLC (A. Ron Thrower) I-RR to GR-CO Recommended Sherri Sirwaitis, 512-974-3057, sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov Planning Department Postponement request by Applicant to February 6, 2024. Postponement Request: C14-2023-0106 - LL Braker; District 7 4. Rezoning: 11209 Metric Boulevard, Little Walnut Creek Location: Owner/Applicant: B9 SEQUOIA BRAKER OWNER LP by Link Logistics Real Estate Management LLC (Andrew Beck) Jackson Walker LLP (Henry Gilmore) LI to LI-PDA Pending Sherri Sirwaitis, 512-974-3057, sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov Planning Department Staff and Applicant postponement request to January 30, 2024. Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Postponement Request: 5. Rezoning: Location: C14-2023-0118 - 7331 & 7333 Bluff Springs …
From: Victoria < Sent: Thursday, January 11, 2024 1:46 PM To: Sirwaitis, Sherri <Sherri.Sirwaitis@austintexas.gov>; Harden, Joi <Joi.Harden@austintexas.gov> Cc: Ron Thrower Subject: Mount Bonnell - C14-2023-0053 External Email - Exercise Caution Sherri, On behalf of the landowner, we request an indefinite postponement of this rezoning case. Please confirm receipt of this email. Thank you, V Victoria Haase www.throwerdesign.com 512-998-5900 Cell 512-476-4456 Office Mail: P.O. Box 41957 Austin, Texas 78704 ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE: C14-2023-0053 (Bonnell Residential Rezoning) DISTRICT: 10 ADDRESS: 4812 Mount Bonnell Road ZONING FROM: LA TO: SF-2 SITE AREA: 1.56 acres (67,953 sq. ft.) PROPERTY OWNER: Live Creek LLC AGENT: Thrower Design LLC (A. Ron Thrower) CASE MANAGER: Sherri Sirwaitis (512-974-3057, sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov) STAFF RECOMMEDATION: Staff recommends SF-2, Single Family Residence-Standard Lot District, zoning. ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION ACTION / RECOMMENDATION: September 19, 2023: Postponed to October 17, 2023 at the Commission's request by consent (7-0, S. Boone, L. Stern and C. Thompson-absent, K. Garrett-arrived late); B. Greenberg-1st, A. Flores-2nd. October 17, 2023: Postponed to November 14, 2023 at the staff's request (10-0, C. Acosta-absent); B. Greenberg-1st, A. Flores-2nd. November 14, 2023: Postponed to November 21, 2023 at the Commission's request (9-0, S. Boone, C. Thompson-absent). November 21, 2023: Postponed to January 16, 2024 at the applicant's request by consent (9-0, S. Boone-off the dais); B. Greenberg-1st, L. Stern-2nd. January 16, 2024 CITY COUNCIL ACTION: ORDINANCE NUMBER: 1 of 1102 C14-2023-0053 - Bonnell Residential Rezoning; District 10 2 C14-2023-0053 ISSUES: The site in question is currently zoned LA, Lake Austin Residence District. It is a legal tract that is exempted from platting. According to the applicant, the Land Status Determination is eminent. The LA zoning district site development regulations require 100 feet for minimum lot width. Although the requested rezoning to SF-2 is supported by the staff, it will not bring this property into compliance with frontage requirements or allow for up to 45% impervious cover. The Code requires a property within the LA overlay district to comply with LA zoning development standards even if it is rezoned to SF-2. So according to LDC Sec. 25-2-647 - LAKE AUSTIN (LA) OVERLAY DISTRICT REGULATIONS still require a minimum of 100 feet for lot width. Therefore, the rezoning will not accomplish any change in the site development regulations for this property. CASE MANAGER COMMENTS: The property under consideration is a 1.56 acre lot that is developed with a single family residence, …
11 of 1102 C14-2023-0053 - Bonnell Residential Rezoning; District 10
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE: C14-2023-0100 (Optimist Club Recreation) DISTRICT: 6 ADDRESS: 13504 ½ Briarwick Drive, 9100 Meadowheath Drive, 13332 Villa Park Drive, 13300-134011 Morris Road ZONING FROM: I-RR TO: GR-CO* *The applicant is proposing a conditional overlay (CO) to prohibit the following uses on the property: Bed & Breakfast Residential, Group 1 Bed & Breakfast Residential, Group 2 Short Term Rental Administrative & Business Offices Art Gallery Alternative Financial Services Art Workshop Automotive Rentals Automotive Repair Services Automotive Sales Automotive Washing of any type Bail Bond Services Business or Trade School Business Support Services Commercial Off-Street Parking Communication Services Consumer Convenience Services Consumer Repair Services Drop-Off Recycling Collection Facility Exterminating Services Financial Services Food Preparation Food Sales Funeral Services General Retail Sales – Convenience General Retail Sales – General Hotel-Motel Indoor Entertainment Medical Offices –Exceeding 5,000 sq/ft of gross floor area Medical Offices – Not exceeding 5,000 sq/ft of gross floor area Off-Site Accessory Parking Outdoor Entertainment Pawn Shop Services Pedicab Storage & Dispatch Personal Improvement Services Personal Services Pet Services 1 of 2003 C14-2023-0100 - Optimist Club Recreation, District 6 C14-2023-0100 2 Plant Nursery Printing & Publishing Professional Office Research Services Restaurant – General Restaurant – Limited Services Station Software Development Special Use Historic Theater Custom Manufacturing College & University Facilities Community Recreation – Public Congregate Living Counseling Services Cultural Services Family Home Guidance Services Hospital Services – General Hospital Services – Limited Private Primary Educational Services Public Primary Education Services Private Secondary Educational Services Public Secondary Educational Services Residential Treatment Safety Services SITE AREA: 88.298 acres PROPERTY OWNER: Optimist Club of Town & Country Round Rock AGENT: Thrower Design, LLC (A. Ron Thrower) CASE MANAGER: Sherri Sirwaitis (512-974-3057, sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov) STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends GR-CO, Community Commercial-Conditional Overlay Combining District, zoning. The conditional overlay will prohibit the following uses on the property: Bed & Breakfast Residential (Group 1 and Group 2), Short Term Rental, Administrative & Business Offices, Art Gallery, Alternative Financial Services, Art Workshop, Automotive Rentals, Automotive Repair Services, Automotive Sales, Automotive Washing (of any type), Bail Bond Services, Business or Trade School, Business Support Services, Commercial Off-Street Parking, Communication Services, Consumer Convenience Services, Consumer Repair Services, Drop-Off Recycling Collection Facility, Exterminating Services, Financial Services, Food Preparation, Food Sales, Funeral Services, General Retail Sales (Convenience and General), Hotel-Motel, Indoor Entertainment, Medical Offices (Exceeding 5,000 sq/ft of gross floor area), Medical Offices (Not exceeding 5,000 sq/ft of gross …
MEMORANDUM ************************************************************************ TO: Zoning and Platting Commission Members FROM: Sherri Sirwaitis Planning Department DATE: January 9, 2024 RE: C14-2023-0106 (LL Braker-11209 Metric Boulevard) Postponement Request ************************************************************************ t he a p p l i c a n t would like to request a postponement of the The staff a n d above mentioned case to January 30, 2024. We are asking for this postponement so that the staff can continue our review of this rezoning request and so the applicant can have time to meet with the neighborhood. The postponement request was made in a timely manner and meets the Zoning and Platting Commission’s policy. 1 of 304 C14-2023-0106 - LL Braker; District 7 From: To: Cc: Subject: Date: Attachments: Importance: Gilmore, Henry Sirwaitis, Sherri Harden, Joi; Andy Beck; Bradley Karvasek RE: C14-2023-0106: LL Braker - 11209 Metric Blvd Monday, January 8, 2024 12:11:36 PM image001.png High External Email - Exercise Caution Hi Sherri and Joi, Hope you had a good holiday break. We are reviewing the proposed use prohibitions you sent earlier. Also we will have an onsite meeting with the Quail Hollow Neighborhood this Wednesday afternoon. Given the tight timeframe for the need for backup for the 16th ZAP meeting, we would like to push back the ZAP consideration to the next ZAP meeting, which I understand is January 30th. This should allow us enough time to consider the use prohibitions, meet with the Neighborhood, and also submit an amended request addressing use prohibitions and the other information you suggested. Thanks! Henry Henry Gilmore 100 Congress Avenue Suite 1100 | Austin, TX | 78701 V: (512) 236-2342 | F: (512) 236-2002 | hgilmore@jw.com 2 of 304 C14-2023-0106 - LL Braker; District 7 P C14-2020-0128 C14-2007-0157 84-390 SP86-020 84-087 NBG-NP C14-2008-0182 NBG-NP C14-2008-0182 S T O N E H O LL O W D R SP89-0092A OFFICE/WHSE. MF-3-CO ( ( ( ( PUD ( ( ( ( ( ( PUD ( HEATHERGLEN LN ( ( ( ( ( ( ( PUD ( ( GOLD WING DR ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( (( ( Y ( D WA W FIEL ( ( ( ( ( O TALL ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( O D PL ( O ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( FR UIT W ( ( ( ( ( ( …
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE: C14-2023-0118 ZONING FROM: I-RR ADDRESS: 7331 And 7333 Bluff Springs Road PROPERTY OWNER: RPM Living (William Krenger) AGENT: Drenner Group, PC (Leah Bojo) DISTRICT: 2 ZONING TO: MF-3 SITE AREA: 8.46 acres (368,517 sq. ft.) CASE MANAGER: Cynthia Hadri 512-974-7620, Cynthia.hadri@austintexas.gov STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The staff recommendation is to grant multifamily residence – medium density (MF-3) district zoning. ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION ACTION / RECOMMENDATION: December 5, 2023: CITY COUNCIL ACTION: ORDINANCE NUMBER: ISSUES: N/A CASE MANAGER COMMENTS: The property in question is 8.46 acres, developed with one building, has access to Bluff Springs Road (level 3) and Dan Pass (level 1), and is currently designated interim-rural- residence (I-RR). The property has single family residences and park (SF-6, SF-4A-CO and P) to the north, single family residences and Kendra Page Neighborhood Park (SF-2, SF-4A- CO and I-RR) to the south and east, and multifamily residences (moderate to high density) and the AISD transportation (MF-4, MF-4-CO and CS-MU-CO) so the west. Please refer to Exhibits A (Zoning Map) and B (Aerial View). Staff is recommending the multifamily residence (medium density) (MF-3) district zoning as it is a lower multifamily zoning to take into account the single family residences surrounding the property. 05 C14-2023-0118 - 7331 & 7333 Bluff Springs Road; District 21 of 16 C14-2023-0000 2 Per the comprehensive plan review comments this site meets three of the Imagine Austin Decision Guidelines. The site adjoins a public sidewalk, shared path, and/or bike lane and is located within 0.25 miles of public transit stop and/or light rail station. It also expands the number of units and housing choice that suits a variety of household sizes, incomes, and lifestyle needs of a diverse population in support of Imagine Austin and the Strategic Housing Blueprint. BASIS OF RECOMMENDATION: The proposed zoning should be consistent with the purpose statement of the district sought. 1. The multifamily residence (medium density) district is intended to accommodate multifamily use with a maximum density of up to 36 units per acre, depending on unit size. This district is appropriate for multifamily residential areas located near supporting transportation and commercial facilities, generally in more centrally located areas, and in other selected areas where medium density multiple use is desirable. 2. Zoning changes should promote compatibility with adjacent and nearby uses. The proposed zoning would promote compatibility with nearby uses as the properties to the west are …
SITE PLAN REVIEW SHEET ENVIRONMENTAL VARIANCE REQUEST ONLY CASE NO: SP-2022-0516C COMMISSION DATE: January 16, 2024 SITE PLAN NAME: HCA Behavior Health Hospital ADDRESS: 2411 Park Bend Dr., Austin, TX 78758 APPLICANT: Pacheco Koch a Westwood Company (Tim Wallace) AGENT: Westwood PS (Will Swinnea) ZONING: PUD NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN: N/A PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT: Behavior health hospital with associated improvements. AREA: 18.1 ac COUNTY: Travis LOTS: 3 DISTRICT: 7 WATERSHED: Walnut Creek (Suburban) JURISDICTION: Full purpose VARIANCE: The applicant requests the following: 1. Vary from LDC 25-8-342 to allow fill to 14 feet. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff determines that the findings of fact have been met and recommends the variance with the following conditions: Contain the fill with a combination of engineered walls and terraces to reduce grading and 1. increase infiltration. Seed and plant the terraces with native trees (where feasible based on structural constraints), 2. perennials, grasses, and forbs per 609S to increase infiltration, provide habitat, and increase plant diversity. Providing NO MOW signage for the terraces. ENVIRONMENTAL BOARD ACTION: date: The Environmental Board voted in (6) favor, (1) against, (4) absentia ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW STAFF: Pamela Abee-Taulli PHONE: 512-974-1879 E-mail: pamela.abee-taulli@austintexas.gov CASE MANAGER: Rosemary Avila PHONE: 512-974-2784 E-mail: rosemary.avila@austintexas.gov ATTACHMENTS Environmental Commission Recommendation Environmental Commission Backup Page 1 of 641 of 6406 SP-2022-0516C - HCA Behavior Health Hospital; District 7 ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION 20231206-002 Second by: David Sullivan Date: December 6, 2023 Subject: HCA Behavior Health Hospital, SP-2022-0516C Motion by: Jennifer Bristol WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the applicant is requesting variances from LDC 25-8-342 to allow fill to 14 feet; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the site is located in the Walnut Creek Watershed, Suburban Classification, Desired Development Zone; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes that staff recommend this variance with conditions, having determined that the findings of fact have been met. THEREFORE, the Environmental Commission recommends the requested variance with the following: Staff Conditions 1. Contain the fill with a combination of engineered walls and terraces to reduce grading and increase water infiltration. 2. Seed and plant the terraces with native trees (where feasible based on structural constraints), perennials, grasses, and forbs per 609S to increase infiltration, provide habitat, and increase plant diversity. Providing NO MOW signage for the terraces. Vote: 6-1 For: Perry Bedford, Jennifer Bristol, Mariana Krueger, Haris Qureshi, Melinda Schiera, and David Sullivan Against: Richard Brimer Abstain: None Absent: Hanna Cofer, Peter Einhorn, Colin Nickells, and …
ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION HILL COUNTRY ROADWAY SITE PLAN REVIEW SHEET CASE NUMBER: SPC-2021-0415D ZAP COMMISSION DATE: January 16, 2024 PROJECT NAME: Marshall Ranch Water Improvements ADDRESS: 904 1/2 S CAPITAL OF TEXAS HWY DISTRICT: 8 WATERSHED: Eanes Creek (Water Supply Suburban) AREA: 37.23 acres/0.89acres limits of construction APPLICANT: AGENT: Ian Clements, P.E. 3501 Southwest Parkway Building 3, Suite 100 AUSTIN, TX 78735 Ian Clements, P.E. 3501 Southwest Parkway Building 3, Suite 100 AUSTIN, TX 78735 CASE MANAGER: Chase Norris (512) 978-1623 Chase.Norris@austintexas.gov EXISTING ZONING: SF-2 PROPOSED USE: tank with associated improvements within the Medium Intensity Zone of the Loop 360 Hill Country Roadway Corridor. The applicant is proposing to include an elevated water storage REQUEST: The site is located within the Medium Intensity Zone of the Loop 360 Hill Country Roadway Corridor and must be presented to the Zoning and Platting Commission for approval, a Hill Country Roadway Ordinance requirement. WAIVER REQUEST: There are no waiver requests with this application. SUMMARY STAFF RECOMMENDATION FOR HCRC SITE PLAN: Staff recommends approval of this Hill Country Roadway site plan. The site plan complies will all other applicable requirements of the Land Development Code including all Hill Country Roadway Corridor development regulations. All comments have been cleared. The focus of granting the request should be based upon the site development regulations meeting the criteria of the Hill Country Ordinance and not the merits of the Council approved PUD. The question is to grant or deny; additional conditions may not be imposed. ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION ACTION: This is the first time this has come before ZAP. 1 of 307 SPC-2021-0415D - Marshall Ranch Water Improvements PROPOSED USE: Public PROPOSED HEIGHT: 35’ PROPOSED BLDG. CVRG: 87,912 (12%) PROPOSED IMP. CVRG.: 145,936 sf (19.91) PROVIDED: 44,790 sf or 98% PROPOSED PARKING:150 LEGAL DESCRIPTION: TRACT 1: 37.235 ACRES, BEING ALL OF THAT CERTAIN TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND CONTAINING 39.75 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, SITUATED IN THE JOHN SWESEY SURVEY NO. 506, ABSTRACT NO. 702, IN TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS DESCRIBED IN THE CONTRIBUTION DEED TO EANES MARSHALL RANCH, LP DATED JUNE 21ST, 2016, AND RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NUMBER 2016114549 OF THE OFFICAIL PUBLIC RECORDS OF TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS, SAVE AND EXCEPT THEREFROM THAT 2.50 ACREs CONVEYED IN VOLUME 8396, PAGE 991 OF THE DEED RECORDS OF TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS, AND SAVE AND EXCEPT THAT CERTAIN 30 FOOT BY 35 FOOT TRACT AS DESCRIBED IN VOLUME …
Re: (14-2023-0118 7331 & 7333 Bluff Springs Road To:Hadri, Cynthia <Cynthia.Hadri@austintexas.gov> External Email -Exercise Caution Nancy Isles Nation Tue 1/16/2024 11 :54 AM I Good afternoon. is NOT compatible This proposal family homes. The scale of this project of nearby privacy neighborhood. residents. with nearby uses as the staff report states. Nearby "uses" are single would overwhelm borders. the properties it the It would invade It would bring hundreds of transients into what was a quiet residential I object completely to this proposal. It has been made without consideration of existing properties. Nancy Isles 7207 Dan Pass Nation Good afternoon, On Friday, January 12, 2024, Hadri, Cynthia <0.nthia.Hadri@austintexas.gov > wrote: and Platting Commission The Zoning link below. The 7331 & 7333 Bluff Springs page 5 for speaker includes registration about Speaker information and the Staff report case is Item 5 on the agenda. presentation and parking in the is provided Please refer to Page 6 materials. validation. / handout and information regarding testimony time allocation (ZAP) agenda is attached Road Rezoning Staff report: ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET (austintexas.gov). note, the ZAP meeting has the option of allowing In order to address the ZAP by telephone, link below P-rior to 2 P-m on Tuesday, the public please via telephone to participate as well the be sure to sign up through email any 16, 2024. Please January Please as in-person. speaker presentations or handouts 1:00 PM day of the meeting. registration 1 to Commission Liaison Andrew Rivera by at Andrew.rivera@austintexas.gov httgs://forms.office.com/g/irmTaGAgfg In-person speakers are able to sign up any time prior to 5:30 pm. Thank you, Hadri Ill I Current Cynthia Planner City of Austin, 0: (512) 974-7620 Planning Planning Department