Client: Address: OBSERVATION REPORT Bill McKean 2802 Pearce Road, Austin, TX February 1, 2024 On 26 January 2024, George Breehl, Inspection Supervisor, observed the home at the above address to identify health or safety concerns and/or deviation from adopted codes and standards governing existing buildings which have resulted in reported leaks and structural damage in the home. A. Report Limitations Please note, this report is based on the visual examination of the structural, mechanical, electrical and plumbing. No intrusive examinations have been performed, and no samples of materials have been taken for laboratory testing. No mold or air quality testing was conducted. No water quality testing was conducted. The observations, opinions, and recommendations are based entirely upon our visual examination, compiled data, and interviews with the tenants/owners as applicable. No detailed structural analysis of existing members has been performed, and no rehabilitation designs are provided in this report. ATS Engineers makes no warranties or guarantees, either expressed or implied, that all items of a deficient nature and/or improper construction techniques, etc. have been discovered and commented upon in this report. This report has been prepared to identify current deficiencies observed on the date of inspection and should not be considered an exhaustive description of every item that may require remedial attention. In some cases, additional examinations may be warranted to fully evaluate the deficiencies noted. Portions of the items inspected were covered, inaccessible or unavailable, therefore, unable to be thoroughly inspected. B. General Description of the Home and Accessory Building The home is a one-story, wood-framed structure, which measures approximately 28 feet across the front and 54 feet along the sides. The exterior consists of natural stone bearing walls with some wood siding. The roof is covered with composition shingles (not original roofing material). Per Travis CAD records, the home was constructed ca. 1910. An accessory building measuring approximately 15 feet by 12 feet was noted at the rear left corner of the property. Like the main home, the building is covered with stacked natural stone, wood siding and composition roof shingles. Based on discussions with the Owner, we understand this property has not been occupied in 53 years. C. General Observations C01. Exterior: The front gable of the house is warped. There is a downward and inward curve of the gable framing. The wood columns at the front porch are leaning inward following the curvature of the gable. The …
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FRONT PORCH – ROOF & FRAMING “There is a downward and inward curve of the gable framing. The wood columns at the front porch are leaning inward following the curvature of the gable. The columns appear to be undersized. It was noted that the beam supporting the left side of the porch canopy is rotting with portions missing. The roofing at the front left side of the porch is rotted and falling.” STONEWORK “Large cracks were noted in the wall along the perimeter of the front porch. It was noted that some cracks were more than 1” wide; for reference cracks greater than 1/8” typically require structural repair. It appears that these wider cracks are partial recurrences of larger cracks (up to 3”) that were previously repaired.” FOUNDATION “The right side of the house appears to be a clear path for rain runoff… Part of the foundation along the right side and at the front of the entry porch has been undermined by the erosion… It was noted that the backyard drains towards the back of the house… It appears that the result of this is water migration into these areas of the house… The visible portions of the foundation framing of the house have completely deteriorated.” ROOF “Several holes were noted in the roof. This resulted in wet areas in the house and the rotting of some site-built roof trusses, window headers, and other lumber in the house. It appears that several trusses have been repaired previously… The construction of the roof trusses and the subsequent repairs appear to fall significantly short of acceptable engineering practices. It appears that the roofs of both buildings have begun to collapse.” INTERIOR “In general, the house is open to the elements… The house has an extraordinarily strong smell of mildew… It was also noted that some electrical splices were unprotected…. It was noted that the subfloor of the kitchen and the bathroom, including floor joists and beams, has almost completely rotted away. It was noted that the floor or the bathroom is filled with mildew. It was also noted that the walls were partially covered in mildew… The moisture and smell of the house poses a risk to the health and safety to persons on the property.” CONCLUSIONS “These buildings are dilapidated and unfit for habitation… Based on the number of structural deficiencies noted in the roofs of the main house and …
NEAREST CONTIGUOUS 40 ACRES OF UNDEVELOPED LAND A P P X. 5 8 2.7 2' PROJECT LOCATION A FULL RESIDENTIAL SPRINKLER SYSTEM DESIGNED, INSTALLED AND TESTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE 2019 NFPA 13D OR THE 2021 IRC P2904 STANDARDS WILL BE INSTALLED IN THIS PROPERTY. THE PLANS FOR THE SPRINKLER SYSTEM MUST DESIGNED AND INSTALLED BY A TEXAS LICENSED SPRINKLER CONTRACTOR FOR NFPA 13D SYSTEMS OR A TEXAS LICENSED PLUMBER WITH THE MULTIPURPOSE RESIDENTIAL FIRE PROTECTION SPRINKLER SPECIALIST (MRFPSS) ENDORSEMENT. THE SPRINKLER PLANS MUST BE SUBMITTED, REVIEWED, APPROVED, TESTED AND INSPECTED BY AFD PRIOR TO COVERING THE WALLS AND CEILINGS. A FLOW TEST OF THE MOST DEMANDING AREA WILL BE REQUIRED. LOT INFORMATION MAXIMUM ALLOWED BUILDING COVERAGE @ 40% = 17,703.74 SF MAXIMUM ALLOWED IMPERVIOUS COVERAGE @ 45% = 19,916.71 SF CITY of AUSTIN AREA CALCULATIONS CoA AREA NAME a) 1ST FLOOR CONDITIONED AREA e) COVERED PARKING f) COV'D PATIO, DECK, PORCH, AND/OR BALCONY g) OTHER COVERED OR ROOFED AREA h) UNCOVERED WOOD DECK TOTAL BUILDING AREA EXISTING 0.00 SF 0.00 SF 0.00 SF 0.00 SF 0.00 SF 0.00 SF IMPERVIOUS COVER CALCULATIONS TOTAL LOT AREA: 44,259.36 SF AREA NAME a) 1ST FLOOR CONDITIONED AREA e) COVERED PARKING f) COV'D PATIO, DECK, PORCH, AND/OR BALCONY g) OTHER COVERED OR ROOFED AREA EXISTING 0.00 SF 0.00 SF 0.00 SF 0.00 SF TOTAL BUILDING COVERAGE (ONLY GROUND FLOOR AREAS INCLUDED FOR TOTAL BUILDING COVERAGE) 0.00 SF CONC. DRIVE CONC. WALK EQUIP. PAD OTHER FLATWORK OUTDOOR STAIRS RETAINING WALL UNCOV'D WOOD DECK 0.00 SF 0.00 SF 0.00 SF 0.00 SF 0.00 SF 0.00 SF 0.00 SF 0.00 SF NEW 3,445.89 SF 1,273.02 SF 1,228.96 SF 220.79 SF 37.88 SF 6,206.54 SF NEW 3,445.89 SF 1,273.02 SF 1,228.96 SF 220.79 SF 2,070.71 SF 134.15 SF 26.23 SF 20.54 SF 57.34 SF 175.19 SF 18.94 SF 8,671.76 SF TOTAL 3,445.89 SF 1,273.02 SF 1,228.96 SF 220.79 SF 37.88 SF 6,206.54 SF TOTAL 3,445.89 SF 1,273.02 SF 1,228.96 SF 220.79 SF 2,070.71 SF 134.15 SF 26.23 SF 20.54 SF 57.34 SF 175.19 SF 18.94 SF 8,671.76 SF 6,168.66 SF 6,168.66 SF A WILDLAND LOCATION 12" = 1'-0" TOTAL IMPERVIOUS (UNCOV'D WOOD DECK COUNTED @ 50% FOR TOTAL IMPERVIOUS) TOTAL PROJECT BUILDING COVERAGE @ 6,168.66 SF = 13.94% TOTAL PROJECT IMPERVIOUS COVERAGE @ 8,671.76 SF = 19.59% THIS PROJECT WILL MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE 2015 INTERNATIONAL WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE CODE AND WILL BE CONSTRUCTED TO THE CLASS …
2802 PEARCE RD SITE RESTRICTIONS DIAGRAM NO DEVELOPMENT PER: - SETBACKS FRONT: 40’ SIDE: 10’ REAR: 20’ - LAKE AUSTIN ZONING (GREATER - LAKE AUSTIN ZONING (GREATER THAN 35% SLOPE) - TREE PROTECTION (1/2 CRZ OF PROTECTED & HERITAGE TREES) LIMITED DEVELOPMENT PER: - LAKE AUSTIN ZONING (15-25% SLOPE) - TREE PROTECTION (FULL CRZ OF PROTECTED & HERITAGE TREES) EXISTING STRUCTURES - SEE ATS ENGINEERING OBSERVATION REPORT - SEE PHOTOS DEVELOPMENT AREA: - MAX 50% IMPACT TO ANY PROTECTED OR HERITAGE TREE - ADA ACCESSIBILITY REQUIRED FOR OWNER (SEE FULL SURVEY BY SNS ENGINEERING FOR SURVEY LEGEND) LEGEND
Historical Zoning Application: Green and White Grocery, 1201 E. 7th St. Applicant: John Lopez Cazares Date:1/31/24 Project Name: Green and White Grocery Project Street Address: 1201 E. 7th St. Existing Zoning: TOD-NP Area to be Rezoned: .1495 Acres Proposed Zoning: TOD-H-NP Qualifications for Landmark Designation: Architecture, Historical Association, & Community Value Owner information: John Lopez Cazares 1201 E. 7th Street Austin, Texas 78702 (512) 472-0675 Application Prepared by: Matthew Medina (Preservation Austin) & JuanRaymon Rubio (City of Austin Historic Landmark Commission) ___________________________________________________________________________ Qualifications for Landmark Designation 1201 E. 7th St. meets the qualifications for Local Historic Landmark designation based on the following criteria: Architecture, Historical associations, and Community Value. Architecture Green and White Grocery is a one-story wood frame building sited on the northwest corner of the block. The store is approximately 44’ by 74’, and has its main facade along E. 7th St. The store has had multiple additions since its initial construction in 1938. Sanborn maps, historic photos, and oral histories have helped determine the building’s growth over time, although some additions and modifications appear to have happened without documentation. The store was originally half the size and depth and likely received a rear addition in 1944 and a store enlargement in 1950.1 Subsequent additions to the end of the building after 1965 resulted in its current state. Today, the store is defined by its Craftsman style characteristics including decorative wood brackets and exposed rafter rails beneath the primary roof structure and the first-story awning, and a large clipped gable roof, also known as a jerkinhead roof. The building features composite siding at the exterior walls, asphalt composition shingles, and aluminum doors and windows. The main facade has a classic “Green & White Groc.” sign painted green with custom tube lighting letters. The west elevation has no windows, and the east elevation has a few hopper 1 Norverto, Lopez. “Building Permit.” 44660, Austin, Texas, 1950, Austin History Center. Historical Zoning Application: Green and White Grocery, 1201 E. 7th St. clerestory windows. A portion of the west elevation is defined by a rubble stone wall that extends along Waller St. towards the detached residence. The stone wall has entrance steps to the house and backyard. It appears in historic photos from the 1940s. The rear elevation has a protruding dormer at the southeast corner with a private store entrance. Changes to the building since the 1960s include removal of …
RCA Cover Sheet for ZWAC-Revised May 2022 DIGITAL SOLUTIONS FOR WASTE MANAGEMENT AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT# (NC200000022) ZWAC: 02/07/2024 Council: 03/21/2024 OVERVIEW 1. Requested Contract Term, Authorization, and Current Budget Length of contract and total authorization: This contract expires on 12/03/2024 with no renewal options. This amendment increases the contract amount for continued digital solutions for waste management with Routeware, Inc. by $52,200 for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $297,130. ARR current fiscal year budget: Funding in the amount of $14,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Operating Budget of Austin Resource Recovery Funding. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. 2. Solicitation Information Solicitation No: N/A # of bids received: # of non-responsive bids received: Length of time solicitation was out on the street: Was the time extended? Issued date: Closed date: 3. Previous Contract Information Previous contract: N/A Contract number: Contract length and authorization: Contract actual spend: Current status: Contract execution date: Contract expiration date: 4. Notes/Other The amendment will provide continued use of a customer-facing mobile application and website widget for Austin Resource Recovery (ARR). Several tools are bundled within the app and widget to help ARR educate and inform customers, including customer collection calendars, service alert messaging, campaign messaging, the What Do I Do With tool, the waste sorting game, Recycle & RCA Cover Sheet for ZWAC-Revised May 2022 Reuse Drop-Off Center appointment scheduling, and special collection scheduling for ARR’s on-call bulk, brush, and household hazardous waste collection programs (On-Call Collection Programs). The requested amendment allows ARR to expand the on-call service scheduling tool for the City’s On- Call Collection Programs beyond pilot testing to customer-wide program offerings. If a contract amendment is not secured, the On-Call Collection Programs cannot be offered to all ARR customers. This contract was established using a Sourcewell cooperative agreement. Sourcewell establishes competitively bid contracts that can be utilized by the State and other government agencies through a cooperative agreement. Cooperative agreements save taxpayers dollars by leveraging the State’s volume-buying power to drive down costs on hundreds of contracts through a streamlined cooperative purchasing program. REVIEWED AND APPROVED FOR ZWAC Name Date Compiled By: Contract Development February 1, 2024 Reviewed By: Victoria Rieger End-user/Contract Manager: Keri Greenwalt February 1, 2024 February 1, 2024 CITY OF AUSTIN RECOMMENDATION FOR COUNCIL ACTION VENDOR: ROUTEWARE, INC. COUNCIL DATE: 03/21/2024 SUBJECT: Authorize an amendment to …
EMMA S. BARRIENROS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER REGULAR MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 10, 2024 The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center convened in a Regular meeting on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at Permitting and Development Center – Event Center, First Floor, Room 1406 located at 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive in Austin, Texas 78752. (Some members of the ESB-MACC Advisory Board participated via videoconference.) Vice Chair Amaro called the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Meeting to order at 6:13pm. Board Members in Attendance: Board Members in Attendance Remotely: Hilario “Larry” Amaro, Vice Chair Gerardo Gandy, Member (Left at 8:52pm) John Estrada, Member Anthony Martinez, Member Cynthia “Cy” Herrera, Member Eduardo “Eddie” Rodriguez, Member (Left at 6:56pm) Lily Zamarripa-Saenz, Member Board Members Absent: Angelica Navarro, Chair Noemi Castro, Member Raul “Roy” Reyna, Member Staff in Attendance: Laura Esparza, PARD Division Manager of Museums and Cultural Programs Michelle Rojas, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Manager Marie Ortiz, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Supervisor Tina Davila, ESB-MACC Administrative Specialist PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Speaker 1: Robert Ojeda, Bronze Community Band Project, Artistic Director introduced himself informing the Board that his group had been collaborating with the Mexican American Cultural Center since 2016 letting them know they were a community-based program where they reach out to the community and teach the history of music. Ojeda requested to be able to provide a presentation at the February Advisory Board meeting. Speaker 2: Christina Gonzales, Austin Tejano Music Coalition (ATMC), Vice President, asked that the MACC provide a space for ATMC to host their events. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. The minutes from the Regular meeting of December 6, 2023, were approved on Member Zamarripa- Saenz’s motion. Member Gandy seconded the motion. Unanimous vote (7.0). Motion passed. Chair Navarro and Members Castro and Reyna were absent. 1 STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff Report on ESB-MACC programs during December and upcoming programs in January. Olivia Tamzarian, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Marketing & Outreach Representative gave a report on the Holistic Wellness programs, Education, Caminos Teen Leadership, and Academia Cuauhtli programming, sharing highlights for the month of December along with upcoming programs & events for the month of January. She also provided an update of current and upcoming marketing and outreach events and shared the dates and locations for the MACC’s 2024 Signature Events. (Please see the Board and Commissions Website for backup material.) DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS …
Preliminary Survey Findings 2/5/24 htps://forms.gle/DBVtaW5UfmCxBEVp9 What kind of programs and events do you want to see at the MACC in 2024-2025? Historically based programs. I feel that Mexican Americans, lack and understanding of our history in the US, about the heroes, those that came before us that were instrumental in making the US prosper, Our civil rights leaders that were a big part of positive changes that benefited minorities, prominent leaders in government. And the influence that Mexican Americans have brought to the United States. Music classes for toddlers and kids, family activities, folclórico, arts and crafts night, culture night- find things within our Mexican culture that can be taught about that has an activity to go with it, basic skills nights for young adults, budgeting, cooking, etc. We love tabling at cultural events you host in various parts of the City. I would love to see Viva Mexico and Dia de los Muertos again, but the more events, the better, especially if you could spread them throughout the year a bit more. Cooking, dancing, sports/athletic activities, music lessons (guitar/singing), pottery, boxing or some type of martial arts like jiu-jitsu, sign language classes. Family-friendly events with activities for very active children, book clubs for adults, traditional and healthy cooking classes, outdoor activities. Me gustaría algún programa de clases de música para niños, en los eventos me gustaría ver más opciones de comida tradicional mexicana Local artists presenting their work. Especially latin@ contemporary/modern dance—a genre that is sadly underrepresented. Karaoke Nights! Sport Watch Parties! Rosary Prayer Groups. Bible Studies. Video game meet ups. Love when there is a mix of music, food and kid friendly. Arts n crafts for kids dance classes, yoga classes, language classes, cooking classes Arts and crafts, exercise classes, self defense classes Tejano music artists and folklore dancers. Folkloric Dances, Art exhibits, Music! All that celebrate Mexican culture!
MACC Advisory Board Feb. 7, 2024 Upcoming events! La Mujer 2024‐La Mujer is the ESB’s Mexican American Cultural Center’s annual celebra(cid:415)on of womxn. While we are securing a loca(cid:415)on, we may shi(cid:332) our date of April 20th to a few weeks before or a(cid:332)er. Please stay tuned in the next few weeks for an announcement of our La Mujer event 2024! Awards of Excellence 2024, June 29th, at the Long Center These awards, which were established by the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Advisory Board in 2009, recognize those individuals in Aus(cid:415)n that have demonstrated significant leadership and have made meaningful contribu(cid:415)ons in the La(cid:415)no/a cultural arts. Check out last years live video of the ceremony! Awards of Excellence 2023 Video Ways to support upcoming ESB MACC Signature Events! Awards of Excellence 1. Encourage your communi(cid:415)es to nominate someone for an ESB MACC Award of Excellence. 2. Choose one Advisory Board member to be a part of the Awards of Excellence Selec(cid:415)on Commi(cid:425)ee 3. Event greeter 4. Be an Emcee & award presenter 5. Iden(cid:415)fy "In‐kind" dona(cid:415)ons for the event. Examples: o Food o Desserts o Beverages o Flowers o Party favors 6. Set up/Break Down Selec(cid:415)on Commi(cid:425)ee members can be (5‐7 people): Past Awards of Excellence winners 1 current ESB MACC Advisory board Past ESB MACC Advisory board members Ar(cid:415)sts (Music, Visual, Writers, Film, Theater, Dance etc.) Young person (18‐25) Community members and leaders Staff can support on further steps, once an Advisory Board member has been appointed to be on the selec(cid:415)on commi(cid:425)ee. La Mujer Late April 20th or 21st, (Date and Loca(cid:415)on s(cid:415)ll being determined) Be a part of our planning commi(cid:425)ee! Emcee and announcer Par(cid:415)cipate in outreach and media announcements Support an ac(cid:415)vity/workshop at the event Procure “in‐kind” dona(cid:415)ons o o o Set up/Break down Food Decora(cid:415)ons Other
MACC Staff Report – 2/7/24 Website - Facebook - Instagram Please share our social media posts, sign up for our newsletter, and check out our upcoming events! Holistic Wellness Programming HWP January: Cooking Demo: Vegan (15+): Wednesday, January 17 @ 6-7:30pm (Attendance: 12) Central Library - Demo Area/Kitchen A vegan diet excludes meat, dairy, and all foods derived from animals. You will learn how to make a quick and healthy meal using products found at your local grocery store. Tastings are included! Pre-registration required. Yoga for All Levels: Saturday, January 20/27 @ 10:30am (Attendance: 14) George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center Body, mind and soul will align as we move with intention through gentle movement guided by breath, incorporating meditation to regulate the nervous system. Voice/Guitar/Songwriting Lessons Intermediate (15+): January 22/29 Mondays @ 4-5pm (Attendance: 21) Windsor Park Library Join award winning song-writer Javier Jara for voice, guitar and songwriting lessons. Skills addressed: left and right hand technique, chords, arpeggios, strumming patterns, vocal technique, and songwriting approaches. Guitar Lessons (15+): January 23/30 Beginner: 2-2:30pm (Attendance: 10) Intermediate: 2:45-3:15pm (Attendance: 11) Tuesdays @ Twin Oaks Library Join accomplished musician Mauricio Callejas for guitar lessons for beginners (finger placement, strumming, sight- reading) and intermediate (chord progressions, ear training, reading sheet music). Please bring your own guitar. Gentle Flow Yoga (8+): Saturday, January 27 @ 10:30am (Attendance: 3) Windsor Park Library Body, mind and soul will align as we move with intention through gentle movement guided by breath. We will incorporate meditation to regulate the nervous system. Taller Abierto - Painting/Drawing Workshop: Saturday, January 27 @ 2-4pm (Attendance: 16) Windsor Park Library Art classes for all levels led by art instructor Miguel Santana. Includes both art history and exploration of different techniques. All materials provided! HWP Upcoming: Taller Abierto - Painting/Drawing Workshop: 1st Thursday of each month, February 1 @ 10-11:30pm George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center Art classes for all levels. Includes exploration of different techniques. All materials provided! Pre-registration required. Yoga for All Levels: Saturdays @ 10:30am George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center Body, mind and soul will align as we move with intention through gentle movement guided by breath. We will incorporate meditation to regulate the nervous system. Family Yoga: 1st Saturday of each month @ 12pm George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center A space for kids and their adult to practice yoga together. Chair Yoga: 3rd Wednesday of each …
BRONZE COMMUNITY BAND BACKGROUND Much of Mexican American music is not notated. Instead, as is typical in community‐based cultures, it is passed down from generation to generation. However, if there is no platform and dedicated spaces for oral based traditions to flourish, there is a danger of lost history, culture, and language. Additionally, consider the following: Latinx students are overtly underrepresented in high school ensembles. Participation in music education programs often require a financial commitment many Latinx families cannot afford. Most music education programs center Western European classical music. Programs that center other kinds of music, like Mexican American music, with ensembles just as legitimate as Western symphonies and orchestras, are still few. There are few music teachers entering the profession who are Latinx. Approximately, over 80% were White (as reported in 2011 by music education researchers). As a result, many Mexican American musicians, though accomplished, didn’t have equitable opportunities to learn to read music. With no basic music reading skills, this may negatively impact their opportunities in the music industry. The Bronze Community Band provides culturally relevant music education rooted in community‐based practice in the regional bajo‐sexto conjunto and orquesta music tradition of Mexican American heritage. It works directly with musicians taking an intergenerational approach (young adults to elders) utilizing a community‐based model to teach basic music literacy and, simultaneously, capture Mexican American music in notated form. The Bronze Community Band passes down the skills that elder Mexican American musicians have learned in their lived experiences within and outside the music entertainment industry. MISSION The Bronze Community Band’s mission is to research, promote and preserve the bi‐musical heritage of the Mexican American community. The Bronze Community Band’s basic music literacy and performance program has four components: 1) Research Development (culturally relevant and inclusive music history), 2) Basic Music Reading (notation lessons) 3) Rehearsals (community‐based) and 4) Presentation. This is a 30‐week program of engaging educational workshops that culminates in a community concert. Participant musicians exhibit their new musicianship skills in reading and performance. SUPPORT FOR BRONZE COMMUNITY BAND Since its founding 8 years ago in 2016, the Bronze Community Band has received both in‐kind services and funding by: ESB‐Mexican American Cultural Center (2016 – 2022) Cultural Arts Division of the City of Austin (2018) Austin Public Library (2019) Austin History Center Humanities Grant (2019) Austin Live Music and Elevate Grant (2023) …
