Reports and Updates Austin Animal Services | December 8, 2025 Monthly Reporting November 2025 Jason Garza, Assistant Director Animal Services November The live outcome rate for November was 92.54%. 407 animals were adopted 73 dogs and cats were returned to their owners November 1, 2025 1280 animals in the AAS inventory December 1, 2025 1077 animals in the AAS inventory 3 Animal Protection Field Data Field Return to Owner (RTO) Fencing Applications Impounded Injured Impounded Regular or Sick Rabies Specimens In-Field Owner Surrenders 18 5 20 70 42 0 Sent to Austin Wildlife Rescue 33 Positive Specimens 5 bats 6 decomposed bats 1 decomposed raccoon Exposure Reports 241 Activities Breakdown 17 wild sick 2 incidents 1 wild injured 21 sightings 1 encounter 2 wild speaks 1 observations 4 Wildlife Coyotes Coyote Related Activities 45 Volunteering Hours Overview Social Media Hours Per Activity M/L Dog Walking: 2,225.95 Small Dog Kennel Cleaning 358.20 Cat Kennel Cleaning 834.92 • 528 volunteers contributed 7,212.73 hours • 4 orientations, introducing 68 potential volunteers • 10 Community Service Restitution individuals to perform 96 hours • 110 volunteers dedicated 331.42 hours to volunteer development and onboarding training • 22 individuals donated 44 hours toward group service, through dog-walking and cat care Facebook • 610,000 page views • 180,000 unique individuals Instagram • 498,000 page views • 61,000 unique individuals • 13,000 content interactions • 17,000 content interactions 5 Foster and Rescue In November, 15 different rescue partners pulled a total of 174 animals from the Austin Animal Center. Highest numbers pulled by rescues were APA (88) and Austin Humane Society (60) 340 different people/families fostered. As of December 3, there are 278 animals in foster care. 28 animals were a part of the Finder to Foster program. More than 102 animals were adopted directly from foster care. 124 new foster applications were processed. There are currently 1237 approved foster care providers. 6 Vet Services All 381 spay/neuter surgeries that were performed in November took place at AAC. 1,805 vaccinations were administered. 46 domesticated animals were euthanized in November. 40 for severe injury, neurological, congenital, suffering, or acute trauma reasons. 2 for court ordered euthanasia, 4 for aggression/public safety risk. 74 animals were transferred for medical reasons to rescue partners. 67 of these animals went to APA!. 22 were puppies and 21 were kittens. …
November 2025 AUSTIN ANIMAL SERVICES REPORT 1 Austin Animal Services The live outcome rate for November was 92.54%. A total of 723 animals were brought to the shelter which included 321 cats and 356 dogs. A total of 407 animals were adopted. A total of 73 dogs and cats were returned to their owners (RTOs and RTO-Adopt). On November 1, there were 1280 animals within the ASO inventory. On December 1, there were 1077 animals within the ASO inventory. Animal Protection Animal Protection Officers (APOs) returned 18 animals to their owners in the field. Officers handed out 5 fencing assistance applications and implanted 6 microchip(s). Officers impounded 20 injured animals and 70 regular or sick animals. Officers delivered approximately 33 wildlife to Austin Wildlife Rescue. Officers submitted 42 specimens for rabies testing out of 241 exposure reports. We had 5 positive bats, 6 decomposed bats, and 1 decomposed raccoon. Wildlife Data does not include non-coyote wildlife. There were 45 total coyote related activities (Behavior types include Sighting, Encounter, Incident, and Observation. “Observation” is defined as hearing coyotes howling and finding scat or footprints.) o 21 sightings, 17 wild sick, 1 encounter, 2 incidents, 2 wild speaks, 1 observation, 1 wild injured Volunteer 528 volunteers contributed 7,212.73 hours 4 orientations, introducing 68 potential volunteers 10 Community Service Restitution individuals to perform 96 hours 110 volunteers dedicated 331.42 hours to volunteer development and onboarding training 22 individuals donated 44 hours toward group service, through dog-walking and cat care Foster & Rescue In November, 15 different rescue partners pulled a total of 174 domestic animals from the Austin Animal Center. 340 different people/families fostered. As of December 3, there are 278 animals in foster care. More than 102 animals were adopted directly from foster care. In the month of November, 28 animals were a part of the Finder to Foster Program. 124 new foster applications were processed. (This number does not necessarily include walk-in / in person applications that were processed.) There are currently 1237 members (approved foster care providers) in the foster program’s 2 GivePulse group. Vet Services 381 spay/neuter surgeries were performed at AAC. 1,805 vaccinations were administered. 46 domesticated animals were euthanized in November. o 40 for severe injury, neurological, congenital, suffering, or …
November 2025 Place Assignment Nov 2025 Hours Nov 2025 Volunteer Count Total Hours Total Volunteer Count Community Cats Community Cat At-Home Projects 4.00 1 4.00 1 Community Cat Colony Care 277.42 20 277.42 20 Community Cat Trapping 282.92 17 282.92 17 Community Cats Admin 1.75 2 1.75 2 Total 566.08 24 566.08 24 Place Assignment October 2025 Oct 2025 Hours Oct 2025 Volunteer Count Total Hours Total Volunteer Count Community Cats Community Cat At-Home Projects 0.00 0 0.00 0 Community Cat Colony Care 372.75 24 372.75 24 Community Cat Trapping 431.17 21 431.17 21 Community Cats Admin 13.00 3 13.00 3 Total 816.92 33 816.92 33
Outcome vs. Intake FY 26 Information is from October 1, 2025 – November 30, 2025 Intake Year (fiscal) Dog totals Cat totals Totals Outcome Year (fiscal) Dog totals Cat totals Totals Difference of outcomes - intakes Dog totals Cat totals Totals Cats - Outcomes Adoption RTO/RTO Adopt Transfer Euthanasia Died Missing SNR (former SCRP) Total Dog - Outcomes Adoption RTO/RTO Adopt Transfer Euthanasia Died Missing Total 2026 683 988 1671 2026 651 910 1561 2026 -32 -78 -110 2026 512 35 158 57 23 2 123 910 2026 322 130 166 25 7 1 651
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN FIREFIGHTERS’, POLICE OFFICERS’ AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES PERSONNEL’S CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2025, AT 11:00 A.M. AUSTIN HUMAN RESOURCES’ LEARNING AND RESEARCH CENTER 5202 E BEN WHITE, SUITE 500 AUSTIN, TX 78741 Some members of the City of Austin Firefighters’, Police Officers’ and Emergency Medical Services Personnel’s Civil Service Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Matthew Chustz, 512-974-2859, Matthew.Chustz@austintexas.gov. The committee may go into a closed session under the Open Meetings Act, Section 551.071, of the Texas Government Code, to receive advice from legal counsel on any item on this agenda. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Jolsna Thomas, Chair Mitchell Kreindler AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Farah Ahmed, Vice Chair The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes from the Firefighters’, Police Officers’, and Emergency Medical Services Personnel’s Civil Service Commission Special Called Meeting on September 19, 2025. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Hear and rule on appeal(s) from the Austin Fire Department Fire Specialist written promotional examination administered on November 5, 2025, pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code, Section 143.034, and the City of Austin Fire Fighters’, Police Officers’ and Emergency Medical Services Personnel’s Civil Service Commission Rules and Regulations, Rule 7. 3. 4. 5. Hear and rule on appeal(s) from the Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Services Clinical Specialist-Field written promotional examination administered on November 13, 2025, pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code, Section 143.034, and the City of Austin Fire Fighters’, Police Officers’ and Emergency Medical Services Personnel’s Civil Service Commission Rules and Regulations, Rule 7. Hear and rule on appeal(s) from the Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Services Clinical Specialist-Communications written promotional examination administered on November 13, 2025, pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code, Section 143.034, and the City of Austin Fire Fighters’, Police Officers’ and Emergency Medical Services Personnel’s Civil Service Commission …
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2025 MINUTES FOR THE CITY OF AUSTIN FIREFIGHTERS’, POLICE OFFICERS’ AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES PERSONNEL’S CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION SPECIAL CALLED MEETING FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2025 The Firefighters’, Police Officers’, and Emergency Medical Services Personnel’s Civil Service Commission convened in a Special Called Meeting on Friday, September 19, 2025, at 5202 East Ben White Boulevard, Building 500, Austin, TX 78741. Commissioners in Attendance: Jolsna Thomas, Chair Mitchell Kreindler, Commissioner Commissioners Absent: Farah Ahmed, Vice Chair Staff in Attendance: Jaclyn Gerban, Assistant City Attorney Nathan Brown, Assistant Director Matthew Chustz, M&CS Manager Cyndi Gordon, Civil Service Coordinator Rogue Huitron, Civil Service Coordinator Meca Thompson, Civil Service Coordinator Abby Varela, MCS Coordinator CALL TO ORDER Chair Thomas called the meeting to order at 2:04 p.m. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes from the Firefighters’, Police Officers’, and Emergency Medical Services Personnel’s Civil Service Commission Special Called Meeting on September 9, 2025. The minutes from the meeting on September 9, 2025, were approved on Commissioner Kreindler’s motion, Chair Thomas’ second on a 2-0 vote. CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2025 DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Discussion and action to certify the promotional eligibility list from the Austin Fire Department Battalion Chief written promotional examination administered on August 5, 2025, and assessment center administered on August 23, 2025, in accordance with the City of Austin’s Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Austin Firefighters Association, Article 16, Section 4. The motion to certify the promotional eligibility list from the Austin Fire Department Battalion Chief written promotional examination administered on August 5, 2025, and assessment center administered on August 23, 2025, in accordance with the City of Austin’s Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Austin Firefighters Association, Article 16, Section 4, was approved on Commission Kreindler’s motion, Chair Thomas’ second on a 2-0 vote. 3. Discussion and action to approve future meeting dates and times. Discussion was held regarding future meeting dates and times. STAFF BRIEFINGS 4. Report from the Civil Service Office regarding promotional exam processes, disciplinary hearings, and fitness-for-duty actions. Matthew Chustz, Municipal and Civil Service Manager, delivered the briefing to the Commission with Civil Service Coordinators, Cyndi Gordon, Rogue Huitron and Meca Thompson. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Chair Thomas and Commissioner Kreindler requested an item on the next agenda for discussion and action to approve future meeting dates and times. ADJOURNMENT …
Civil Service Commission 2026 Regular Meeting Schedule January 5, 2026 February 2, 2026 March 2, 2026 April 6, 2026 May 4, 2026 June 1, 2026 August 3, 2026 October 5, 2026 November 2, 2026 December 7, 2026 2026 CSC Meeting Schedule Approved on September 9, 2025
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE TECHNOLOGY COMMISSION THURSDAY. DECEMBER 4TH, 2025 AT 6:30PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 1101 301 W 2ND ST AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Technology 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, contact Dan Martinez at (512)974-3510 or dan.martinez@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Steven Apodaca, Chair Ibiye Anga Nicholas Eastwood Suzanna Heritage Milena Pribic Brian AM Williams AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Carina Alderete, Vice Chair Benjamin Combee Rachel Frock Keith Pena-Villa Thomas Rice The first ten speakers signed up to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Technology Commission Regular meeting on October 8th, 2025. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. Presentation by AT&T on their affordable home internet programs (Paige Johnson, AT&T) Presentation by Charter on their affordable home internet programs (Ned Munoz, Charter Communications) 4. 5. 6. 7. Presentation by Dr. Sharon Strover on data insights and findings from their latest report on public surveillance. (Dr. Sharon Strover, Director of the Technology and Information Policy Institute, Moody School of Communications at UT Austin) Presentation from the Travis County Amateur Radio Emergency Service on local radio management and emergency response (Glenn Meter, Emergency Coordinator, Travis Country Amateur Radio Emergency Services) Presentation from Digital Lift on their digital equity train the trainer program (Kami Griffiths, Executive Director, DigitalLIFT) Update on commission sunsetting review report from the Audit and Finance Committee (Steven Apodaca, Chair, Technology Commission) WORKING GROUP UPDATE 8. 9. Planning updates from the Artificial Intelligence & Public Surveillance working group on their discussion with AI stakeholders and resulting actions from the group’s recommendation Update from the town hall listening session working group regarding their planning meeting with the district 2 and 3 offices. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications …
Boards & Commissions Report Technology Commission October 15, 2025 Resolution 20241212-133 directed the City Manager, in coordination with the City Clerk’s Office, to establish a sunset review process for governance bodies, enabling regular and staggered evaluations of their scope and duties. An initial framework update was presented to the Audit and Finance Committee on February 19, 2025, after which the Committee instructed staff to finalize a consistent and transparent review model. A proposed framework was formally introduced on July 16, 2025, and the Committee approved a pilot implementation, requesting preliminary findings by October 15, 2025. This report summarizes the pilot's results, including an overview of the body under review, legal considerations, self-evaluations by members and staff liaisons, community feedback, and an initial staff recommendation. Technology Commission Report Highlights October 15, 2025 Executive Summary Objective To conduct an evaluation of the scope and duties of the Technology Commission using a predetermined multi-step framework. What We Found In its capacity to review and make recommendations to the City Council on technology and telecommunication issues, including equity, access, performance, affordability, and allocation of resources, the Commission met routinely in 2025. They made seven formal recommendations that they identified as closely aligned to the Commission's core mission. The Commission held public hearings on August 13 and September 10, 2025, to solicit feedback from the public and community stakeholders regarding the usefulness and relevance of the Technology Commission's stated purposes and duties and its success in fulfilling those purposes and duties. They had a total of eight members of the public register to provide feedback in person. Several speakers were former commissioners sharing historical perspectives on the Commission. Additionally, there were leaders from technology nonprofits and advocacy groups who provided expert testimony, reinforcing alignment with the 2023 Digital Needs Assessment. The Chair noted this “participation underscores the Commission’s unique role in connecting City policy, community priorities, and technology equity.” The Technology Commission does not have any legal mandates or statutory obligations that would prevent modifications or changes in the purpose and function of the body. What We Recommend The Technology Commission routinely meets, maintains membership, and acts in accordance with their Council directives and bylaws. We recommend the Commission continue as directed. IA Austin Technology Commission 2 City Manager's Office | City Clerk's Office Technology Commission Mandate § 2-1-107 - The Commission shall advise the City Council regarding issues that include: (1) community technology; (2) …
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Local Radio Support for Emergency Communications Glenn Meter W5MTR Emergency Coordinator Travis County ARES 12/4/2025 AGENDA • Local Amateur Radio Emergency Service Organizations • Served Agencies • Why Amateur Radio • Local Infrastructure • Request: spread awareness • Greater Austin/Travis County Regional Radio System Amateur Radio Organizations • Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES) • Serve non-government agencies • Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service (RACES) • Government continuity • Military Auxiliary Radio System (MARS) • Support Department of Defense • All citizen volunteers • Many operators ”wear multiple hats” • Train on national Incident Command System (ICS) ICS used to coordinate response across multiple agencies • • Response escalates as needed: Local -> County -> Region -> State -> National • Communications falls under Logistics section • We connect people in the field with the command post • Activate when called. No self-deployments. ARES Served Agencies • Travis County: • Emergency response communications • National Weather Service: • SKYWARN (weather) nets (“ground truth”) • Military: • Critical Infrastructure (w/MARS) • Capital Area of Texas Regional Advisory Council (CATRAC): • Hospital emergency comms • Red Cross & Austin Disaster Relief Network: • Shelter, response communications • National Multiple Sclerosis Society • MS-150 (Houston & Austin -> LaGrange -> College Station) • Ride to the River (San Antonio) • Austin Runner’s Club • Decker Challenge Why amateur radio • Amateur radios work without • Internet • Phones • Comms include • Voice • Data (e-mail, forms) • “Party line” (one to many) • Monitor the event, self-regulate the flow of information: • Hold “regular” traffic for “priority” and “emergency” traffic • Inter-operable: • By law, amateur radio cannot be encrypted • Anyone with an amateur radio (and license) can communicate with each other (* with band support, etc.) Why amateur radio • When cell phone and satellite communications keep improving • Comms stay up during SXSW, ACL, F1, etc. • Cells on wheels (COWs) deployed more quickly after disasters • Snowpocalypse: lost power for a week, still had cell service • Cell phones: • Cell phone service not as reliable outside of urban areas, major highways • Starlink: • Requires terrestrial internet to reach the ground stations • Each satellite covers ~10 mile radius • Urban areas can get congested/overloaded during land-based internet outages • Performance degrades in bad weather WHEN – “When all else fails” • Accidents • Backhoes and cables are …
Building Digital Access Through Capacity & Connection Strengthening Communities via Collaboration, Training, & Resources Prepared for the Austin Technology Commission 12/4/2025 About digitalLIFT (formerly Community Tech Network) VISION A world where people are empowered to use technology to thrive in connected communities. MISSION Our mission is to provide essential training and resources to communities impacted by the digital divide. History of digitalLIFT ▪ Established in 2008 as a nonprofit in San Francisco and expanded to Central Texas in 2017 ▪ Focused solely on digital inclusion ▪ Programs and services include: • Basic/intermediate digital literacy training for low-income adults of all ages • Develop curriculum specifically for adult learners • Training for trainers and managers • Program set-up and management support ▪ Training and curriculum offered in 10+ languages: • English, Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese dialects), Spanish, Tagalog, Japanese, Korean, Lao, Russian, Burmese, Farsi and Vietnamese Our Legacy of Impact digitalLIFT is making a difference, one partnership at a time. More than 92,709 hours of training delivered Over 200 partner organizations served nationwide 6,475+ devices distributed 15,000+ learners supported The LIFT Model in Texas Partnering With Purpose, Powered By Community Texas Partners Workforce & Capacity Building Training Pathways Managers Digital Navigators Classroom Trainers Multilingual Curriculum & Workshops ● 10+ languages: Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, Russian, et al ○ Accessible formats & culturally adapted ○ Basic digital skills curriculum is available for Android, Apple, Chromebooks and Windows in a range of languages. ● Customized vs Licensed ○ digitalLIFT can develop customized curriculum for use with the agency's designated device and programmatic needs. ○ Translation services are available. ● Classroom, 1:1, Workshops (Virtual/Hybrid/In person) ○ Workshop themes: Core Skills, Telehealth, Jobs, Cybersecurity, Everyday Tasks. ● Train-the-Trainer courses on adult learning principles and instructional techniques ● Manager-focused courses on supervising Digital Navigators, managing volunteers, assessing community needs, strategy and program design, program planning, and program outreach and implementation ● Specialized modules on Digital Equity and Aging, Libraries, Healthcare, and Accessing Public Benefits ● Free courses: ○ Digital Navigator Overview ○ Teaching Internet Safety Free Resources ● Digital Equity 101 - eBook ● Digital Navigator Overview - Course ● Teaching Internet Safety & Responsibility - Course ● Internet Safety - Classroom Curriculum English, Spanish, Chinese, Tagalog ● Lunch & Learn Webinar Series - Monthly ● Day of Equity Webinar Series - 9 Oct 25 ● Playlist of past webinars The Community Voice What Our Partners Are …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER ADVISORY BOARD WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2025, AT 6:00 P.M. CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 301 W. 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Michelle Rojas, 512-974-3771, Michelle.Rojas@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Angelica Navarro (D-8), Chair Hilario “Larry” Amaro (D-10), Member Anthony Martinez (D-4), Member Noemi Castro (D-2), Member Lynda Quintana (D-6), Member Alexander “Al” Duarte (D-7), Member Raul “Roy” Reyna (D-1), Member John Estrada (D-3), Member Selma Sanchez (D-9), Member Cynthia “Cy” Herrera (D-5), Member Lillian “Lily” Zamarripa-Saenz (Mayor), Vice Chair AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center regular meeting of November 5, 2025. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing on November and December programs, marketing and outreach efforts, and updates on signature event planning. (Sponsors: Navarro, Zamarripa-Saenz) Presenter(s): Olivia Tamzarian, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Marketing & Outreach Representative, Austin Arts Culture, Music and Entertainment & Michelle Rojas, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Manager, Austin Arts Culture, Music and Entertainment DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. 4. 5. 6. Update on Phase 2 Construction Project. (Sponsors: Quintana, Sanchez) Presenter(s): Heidi Tse, Capital Delivery Project Manager, Austin Capital Delivery Services Presentation by community members on their experience with Cultural Arts funding. (Sponsors: Navarro, Zamarripa-Saenz) Presenter(s): Luis Ordaz, Hector Ordaz of Proyecto Teatro, Raquel Rivera of SUREM Dance, and Guicha Gutierrez of CasaCostura Presentation by past participants on their experience with the ESB MACC Latino Arts Residency Program. (Sponsors: Navarro, Zamarripa-Saenz) Presenter(s): Luis Ordaz, Hector Ordaz of Proyecto Teatro and Dr. Roen Salinas of Aztlan Dance Company. Conduct a Creative Reset engagement session with board members, facilitated by Marion Sanchez, Interim Communications and Engagement Manager with the Austin Arts Culture, Music and …
ESB-MACC ADVISORY BOARD MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 5, 2025 EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER REGULAR MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 5, 2025 The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center convened in a Regular Meeting on November 5, 2025, at 301 W. 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. (Some members of the ESB-MACC Advisory Board participated via videoconference.) Chair Navarro called the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Meeting to order at 6:10 p.m. Board Members in Attendance: Angelica Navarro, Hilario “Larry” Amaro, Alexander “Al” Duarte, Lynda Quintana, Selma Sanchez. Board Members in Attendance Remotely: Lillian “Lily” Zamarripa-Saenz (left at 7:40 p.m.), Raul “Roy” Reyna. Board Members Absent: Noemi Castro, John Estrada, Cynthia “Cy” Herrera, Anthony Martinez. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Speaker 1: Emilio Zamora, Ph.D., Co-founder, Academia Cuauhtli and University of Texas Professor addressed the Board to provide an update on Academia Cuauhtli’s ongoing activities and noted their intention to report to the Board every three to four months. He provided information on a proposed historical exhibition of the MACC, stating the exhibition would cover the history from the 1970s to the present. He indicated that the written narrative for the exhibition was halfway complete, and they were actively seeking funding to support the project. Dr. Zamora added that the plan would be to present the exhibition following the facility’s reopening. Speaker 2: Gonzalo Barrientos, Former State Senator made a statement to the Board, explaining that he frequently receives inquiries from community members regarding events such as quinceañeras and other celebrations. He stated that he informs callers that the facility is operated by the City of Austin and governed by the MACC Board, clarifying that the center is simply named in honor of his late wife. He offered suggestions regarding oversight of the MACC, emphasizing the roles of governing bodies, staff, and the use of public funds. He expressed his hope that the questions he commonly receives could be answered through clear communication of departmental responsibilities, programs, projects, and future plans. Mr. Barrientos added that he would be willing to return to the Board if they wished to discuss any specific questions further. Speaker 3: Anna Maciel, Former MACC Advisory Board Member spoke to the Board regarding Pan Am Hillside. She expressed her support for the MACC hosting events at the hillside, provided certain conditions were met. Ms. Maciel stressed the importance of unified communication and collaboration among all parties. She …
12.3.25 MACC Staff Report – Website - Facebook - Instagram Please share our social media posts, sign up for our newsletter, and check out our upcoming events! Casa de la Cultura Past: All-Levels Bilingual Yoga: Saturdays @ 10:30-11:30am Southeast Library Attendance: 66 Focuses on body awareness, connection with the breath, with gentle movement, and time for meditation and relaxation. The library has mats to share. All Abilities Chair Bilingual Yoga: 3rd Wed of each month @ 10am Dove Springs Recreation Center Attendance: 4 A gentle form of yoga that can be done seated in a chair. These modifications make yoga accessible to people with various physical abilities. All Abilities Chair Bilingual Yoga: 3rd Friday of each month @ 10am Windsor Park Branch Attendance: 4 A gentle form of yoga that can be done seated in a chair. These modifications make yoga accessible to people with various physical abilities. Upcoming: La Tamalada: Saturday, December 6th @ 1pm – 5pm Conley-Guerrero Senior Activity Center Workshop Session Times: 1:30pm – 3:00pm / 3:30pm – 5:00pm This yearly celebration brings families and friends together to make tamales and preserve the traditions and stories connected to this cherished practice. This year, the owners of the local Austin business, Tamale Addiction, will lead a cooking demonstration that is both accessible and heritage-inspired – perfect for anyone interested in making tamales at home. We would be delighted to have you with us as we share food, community, and tradition. We hope you can attend and be part of this celebration that honors cultural preservation. Youth and Family Education Past: Communities in Schools SmartKids Afterschool, various locations This month, our staff guided students in recreating “Homies” figurines inspired by David Gonzales, using the art form to explore identity and Mexican American cultural representation. Students crafted figures that reflected their own stories, including friends, family, and imaginative characters, which opened meaningful conversations about belonging and community. The activity sparked creativity and deepened students’ pride in seeing their lived experiences represented in art. Lending Library Program Traditional Foods & Agriculture of Latin America Our Lending Library team completed its second workshop series at Gus Garcia and Mendez, guiding students through hands-on lessons in making queso fresco, tortillas, and aguas frescas. These activities highlighted traditional foods and staples found in many Mexican American households. The series strengthened students’ cultural pride while building creativity and confidence. Sabados en Familia - John Gillum …
EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER Phase 2 Improvements MACC Advisor y Board Update Heidi Tse Capital Delivery Project Manager December 3, 2025 Zocalo: Railing/fencing painting in progress. Tejano Music Legends landscaping complete. • Zocalo: Railing/fencing gravel edge installation in progress. • River Street: Re-leveling of sidewalk Healing Garden: Garden storage installation in progress. • Interiors: Marker boards and pin boards installed in meeting rooms. • Interiors: Pin boards installed in meeting rooms and art studio. • Reception: Curved glass and frame delivered and ready for installation. Music Studio: Soundproof glass installation in progress Dance Studio: Curtains installed and protected. Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (TCO) grants temporary, conditional use of a building for stocking or furnishing before all construction work is fully completed. MACC full building TCO for Stocking as of 11/12/2025 Certificate of Occupancy (CO) that proves a structure is habitable based on its legal use and type of property and meets all building codes. TCO vs CO Estimated Substantial Completion The Re-opening may occur sometime between the project’s substantial completion and final completion. Substantial Completion (contractual term) is when the facility is deemed ready to be occupied by the owner, but other minor work still needs to be completed by the contractor. The exact date or alignment of the Re-opening will not be known until construction has significantly progressed. Must achieve TCO at a minimum. The anticipated project completion timeline is: 1. Target Substantial Completion: 11/03/25 11/19/25 1/2026 12/2025 – 2/2026 2. Re-opening (estimated February – March 2026) Project Milestones Updates • Ceremonial Groundbreaking: December 10, 2022 • GMP 1 (Site Work) Notice to Proceed issued: August 28, 2023 • GMP 2 (Building / Landscape) Notice to Proceed issued: March 7, 2024 • Steel “Topping Out”: September 11, 2024 • Target Major Construction Ends: December 2025 • Target Stocking: December 2025 – January 2026 • Target Staff Move-In: January – February 2026 • Target Soft Re-Opening: February 2026 • Target Grand Re-Opening: Spring 2026 Square Foot Analysis Questions ?
REGULAR MEETING OF THE JOINT INCLUSION COMMITTEE WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2025, 3:00 P.M AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS & COMMISSIONS ROOM 1101 301 W 2ND ST. AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Joint Inclusion Committee may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Ryan Sperling, 512-974-3568, ryan.sperling@austintexas.gov CURRENT COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Primary Representative: Justin Parsons Nirali J Thakkar Member Commission: African American Resource Advisory Commission Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission Commission for Women Commission on Aging Commission on Immigrant Affairs Miriam Dorantes Commission on Veterans Affairs Early Childhood Council Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission Human Rights Commission LGBTQ Quality of Life Advisory Commission Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities VACANT Jerry Joe Benson Lisa Chang Diana Melendez Richard Bondi (Vice Chair) Bryce F Laake-Stanfield Alice Navarro Amanda Afifi (Chair) Alternate Representative: Alexandria Anderson Nayer Sikder Becky Bullard Teresa Ferguson Diane Kanawati Christopher Wilson Andrea McIllwain Daniela Silva VACANT KC Coyne Conor H. Kelly AGENDA CALL TO ORDER 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. Approve the minutes of the Joint Inclusion Committee regular meeting on October 22, 2025. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Briefing regarding the development of a report to understand and address disparities in community conditions across neighborhoods. Presentation by Gary Aaron, Business Process Consultant Sr., Austin Equity and Inclusion DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Update on the results of Get to Know Your Commissioners events. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 4. 5. Approve bylaw amendments to add a Secretary officer role. Approve changes to working group membership. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 6. Update from the FY2026-27 Budget Recommendations Working Group regarding its most recent working group meeting and progress on the working group goals. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ …
JOINT INCLUSION COMMITTEE REGULAR MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2025 The Joint Inclusion Committee convened in a regular meeting on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at City Hall, 301 W 2nd St. in Austin, Texas. Chair Afifi called the Joint Inclusion Meeting to order at 3:04 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Amanda Afifi (Chair) Alexandia Anderson Bryce Laake-Stanfield Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Jerry Joe Benson Lisa Chang Diana Melendez Diane Kanawati Alice Navarro Nirali Thakkar PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Joint Inclusion Committee regular meeting on September 24, 2025. The minutes were approved on Commissioner Benson’s motion, Commissioner Laake- Stanfield’s second on a 9-0 vote. Commissioners Bondi, Dorantes, and Parsons were absent. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Briefing regarding the Homeless Strategy Office’s current homelessness response efforts and key metrics. Briefing by David Gray, Director, Homeless Strategy Office. The presentation was made by David Grey, Director, Austin Homeless Strategies & Operations. 1 3. Introduction of the Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment (AACME) office. Briefing by Angela Means, Director, AACME. The presentation was made by Angela Means, Director, AACME. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 4. 5. Approve changes to working group membership. The motion to add Commissioner Anderson and Chair Afifi to the Bylaw Amendment Working Group was approved on Commissioner Anderson’s motion, Commissioner Laake- Stanfield’s second on a 9-0 vote. Commissioners Bondi, Dorantes, and Parsons were absent. Approve the Joint Inclusion Committee 2026 Annual Meeting Schedule. The Joint Inclusion Committee 2026 Annual Meeting Schedule was approved as amended on Commissioner Laake-Stanfield’s motion, Commissioner Anderson’s second on a 9-0 vote. Commissioners Bondi, Dorantes, and Parsons were absent. The amendments were: Change meeting start times from 3:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. Strike November 25th and replace it with November 18th Strike December 30th and replace it with December 16th 6. Approve bylaw amendments to add a secretary officer role. Postponed until the December meeting without objection on Chair Afifi’s motion. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Changes to working group membership – Laake Stanfield Amend annual schedule -- Laake Stanfield ADJOURNMENT Chair Afifi adjourned the meeting at 5:07 p.m. without objection. 2
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2025, AT 6:00 P.M. CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS 301 W. 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Historic Landmark 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, please use the QR code or link at the end of this document. For questions, please email preservation@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS BEN HEIMSATH, CHAIR (D-8) CARL LAROSCHE (D-6) ROXANNE EVANS, VICE CHAIR (D-2) TREY MCWHORTER (D-10) JEFFREY ACTON (MAYOR) TONYA PLEASANT-WRIGHT (D-1) JAIME ALVAREZ (D-7) JUDAH RICE (D-4) HARMONY GROGAN (D-5) BAT TANIGUCHI (D-9) KEVIN KOCH (D-3) AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Historic Landmark Commission regular meeting on November 5, 2025. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding Preservation Plan Summit. Presentation by Cara Bertron, Program Manager II, Historic Preservation Office, Austin Planning. (Sponsored by Vice-Chair Evans and Commissioner Taniguchi) PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION ITEMS Historic Landmark and Local Historic District Applications 3. 4. 5. HR-2025-137105; C14H-1998-0006 – 701 Congress Ave. Stephen F. Austin Hotel Council District 9 Proposal: Replace windows and doors and repair balcony railings. Applicant: Leslie Wells City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 Staff Recommendation: Approve the Certificate of Appropriateness. HR-2025-137112; C14H- 2000-0014 – 709 Congress Ave. Brush-Turner-Hirshfeld Building Council District 9 Proposal: Rehabilitate a landmark building. Applicant: Leslie Wells City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 Staff Recommendation: Approve the Certificate of Appropriateness. PR-2025-144142; C14H-2020-0069 – 2406 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Rogers-Washington-Holy Cross Local Historic District Council District 1 Proposal: Demolish a contributing building. Applicant: Dmitriy Dubrovsky City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 Staff Recommendation: Postpone the application to the January 7, 2026 meeting. National Register Historic District Permit Applications 6. 7. 8. 9. PR-2025-103903 – 1513 Murray Ln. Old West Austin National Register Historic District Council …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2025, AT 6:00 P.M. CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS 301 W. 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Historic Landmark Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live CURRENT COMMISSIONERS X BEN HEIMSATH, CHAIR (D-8) X CARL LAROSCHE (D-6) X ROXANNE EVANS, VICE CHAIR (D-2) X TREY MCWHORTER (D-10) X JEFFREY ACTON (MAYOR) X JUDAH RICE (D-4) X JAIME ALVAREZ (D-7) AB BAT TANIGUCHI (D-9) X HARMONY GROGAN (D-5) X TONYA PLEASANT-WRIGHT (D-1) X KEVIN KOCH (D-3) DRAFT MINUTES CALL TO ORDER: 6:05PM PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first [__10__] speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Historic Landmark Commission Regular meeting on October 1st, 2025. MOTION: Approve the minutes with the correction of Vice Chair Evans as having made the motion for the Historic Zoning Application of C14H-2025-0095 – 2401 Givens Ave., Calhoun House. Motion by Commissioner Koch. Commissioner Acton seconded the motion. Vote 9-0. The motion passed. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. 3. Staff briefing regarding Heritage Preservation Grant Launch. Presentation by Kristina Koufos, Project Coordinator, Heritage Tourism Division, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. Staff briefing regarding updates to the Equity-Based Preservation Plan progress dashboard. Presentation by Cara Bertron, Program Manager II, Historic Preservation Office, Austin Planning. PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION ITEMS Historic Zoning 4. C14H-2025-0105 - 1112 W. 10th St. Simmons-Glaser House Council District 9 Proposal: Owner-initiated historic zoning. Applicant: Lori Martin City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 Staff Recommendation: Recommend the proposed zoning change from family residence- historic district neighborhood plan (SF-3-HD-NP) to family residence-historic landmark- historic district-neighborhood plan (SF-3-H-HD-NP) combining district zoning. Lori Martin spoke in favor of historic zoning. MOTION: Close the public hearing on a motion by Commissioner Larosche. Commissioner Grogan seconded the motion. Vote 10-0. The motion passed. MOTION: Recommend historic zoning per staff recommendation on the basis of community value and historical association on a motion by Vice Chair Evans. Commissioner Larosche seconded the motion. Vote 9-0-1. Commissioner Rice abstained. The motion passed. Historic Landmark and Local Historic District Applications 5. HR-2025-099714; C14H-2013-0008 – 1504 E. 11th St. Ethel Pearl's Beauty Salon Council District 1 Proposal: Rehabilitate and remodel a landmark building. (Postponed by staff on …
3 – 1 HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Application for Certificates of Appropriateness December 3, 2025 HR-2025-137105 Stephen F. Austin Hotel 701 Congress Avenue Proposal Perform repair and maintenance at several areas of a City of Austin landmark. Project Specifications Replace 23 exterior wood double doors, including 6 sidelites and some hardware. Architecture The Stephen F. Austin Hotel is a 15-story hotel located in the Congress Avenue National Register district. It was designated as a City of Austin landmark in 1998. Design Standards The City of Austin’s Historic Design Standards (March 2021) are based on the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation and are used to evaluate projects at historic landmarks. The following standards apply to the proposed project: Repair and alterations 1. General standards Replacement, rather than repair, is proposed for several exterior doors at the lower levels of the building. 5. Windows, doors, and screens Doors will be replaced with in-kind replacements, per included line drawings. Glazing for new units will be insulated glass at the second floor terrace. Hardware replacement is proposed where needed. 11. Commercial storefronts No change to the overall appearance of the entryways is proposed. Summary The project meets the applicable standards. Staff Recommendation Approve the Certificate of Appropriateness. Location Map 3 – 2 Property Information Photos 3 – 3 Google Streetview, 2024 General condition of doors at second floor balcony; Permit application, 2025
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HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Application for Certificates of Appropriateness December 3, 2025 HR-2025-137112 Brush-Turner-Hirshfeld Building 709 Congress Avenue 4 – 1 Proposal Perform repair and maintenance at several areas of a City of Austin landmark. Project Specifications 1) Replace wood posts and wood railing at front balcony and awning to match existing. Repair concrete column bases. 2) Remove and replace roof system with new PVC material. Architecture The Brush-Turner-Hirshfeld Building is a two-story brick commercial structure located in the Congress Avenue National Register district. It features a wood balcony with wooden shading features, which are in salvageable condition. It was designated a City of Austin landmark in 2000. Design Standards The City of Austin’s Historic Design Standards (March 2021) are based on the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation and are used to evaluate projects at historic landmarks. The following standards apply to the proposed project: Repair and alterations 1. General standards Work proposed at storefront and balcony is all patching or replacement in-kind. The distinct wood decorative elements are character defining for the landmarked building and their style must retained or matched exactly. As a landmark, the property is inspected annually by Historic Preservation Office staff. 3. Roofs Current roof system shows sign of failure. Proposed system is wholesale replacement, which is more likely to not result in further damage to historic material compared to patching failure points. 6. Porches In-kind replacement of wood, matching the material exactly is proposed. An exact match will be required for this character-defining feature at this landmark. 11. Commercial storefronts The posts, wood shading pickets under the balcony, and the balcony rail are all proposed to be repaired or replaced. Summary The project meets the applicable standards. Staff Recommendation Approve the Certificate of Appropriateness. Location Map 4 – 2 Property Information Photos 4 – 3 Permit application, 2025
Property Profile Legend Property Addresses Street Labels Jurisdiction FULL PURPOSE Jurisdictions Fill Jurisdiction FULL PURPOSE Zoning 1 Zoning Text 0 50 100 ft 10/15/2025 This product is for informational purposes and may not have been prepared for or be suitable for legal, engineering, or surveying purposes. It does not represent an on-the-ground survey. This product has been produced by the City of Austin for the sole purpose of geographic reference. No warranty is made by the City of Austin regarding specific accuracy or completeness. Notes SFA Sonesta Austin – 709 Congress Ave front Entrance wood repairs SFA Sonesta Austin – 709 Congress Ave front Entrance wood repairs SFA Sonesta Austin – 709 Congress Ave front Entrance wood repairs SFA Sonesta Austin – 709 Congress Ave front Entrance wood repairs SFA Sonesta Austin – 709 Congress Ave front Entrance wood repairs 709 Congress Avenue - Brush Turner Hirshfeld
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Application for Certificates of Appropriateness December 3, 2025 PR-2025-144142 Rogers Washington Holy Cross Historic District 2406 East Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard 5 – 1 Proposal Demolish a ca. 1957 contributing building. Architecture The property is a single story ranch house with a corner inset carport. There is a stone clad skirt around the perimeter of the front façade, with the remainder of the walls clad with horizontal wood siding. There are two sets of paired windows at the front, but it is not certain if the units are replacements. The roof is a shallow pitched side gable form. Design Standards 9.0 Demolition and Relocation 9.1: Do not demolish a contributing building unless the structure is a threat to the safety of the public and/or cannot reasonably be rehabilitated either structurally or economically. An building inspection report has been included with this demolition application. It indicates where there has been deterioration at the property after some years of neglect. However, questions remain as to whether these issues reach the point of structural failure and meet the level of threat to public safety as written into the district design standards. Staff Recommendation Postpone the application to the January 7, 2026 meeting. Location Map 5 – 2 Property Information Photos 5 – 3 Demolition application, 2025 5 – 4 Aerial imagery, 1958 (top), and 1965 (bottom): note the building at 2406 E Martin Luther King Blvd (then 19th St.) at the left of the block between Maple Ave. and Cedar Ave. in the 1958 image. Occupancy History City Directory Research, November 2025 1960 1959 Benjamin Leslie Armstrong, renter; laboratory worker at the State Department of Health Address not listed Historical Information 5 – 5 Meeting minutes of Austin City Council, January 13, 1944. Marker for Benjamin Leslie and Sallie Ann Armstrong, Evergreen Cemetery Permits 5 – 6 Water service permit, 1959. City records indicate a sewer permit from the same year but no image is available.
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Inspection Report Dmitry Dubrovsky Property Address: 2406 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Austin TX 78702 2406 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Princess Quality inspection John Garza Texas License #25098 505 E Stassney Lane unit 1616, Austin Texas 78745 PROPERTY INSPECTION REPORT FORM Dmitry Dubrovsky Name of Client 2406 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Austin, TX 78702 Address of Inspected Property John Garza Name of Inspector 10/23/2025 Date of Inspection Texas License #25098 TREC License # Name of Sponsor (if applicable) TREC License # PURPOSE OF INSPECTION A real estate inspection is a visual survey of a structure and a basic performance evaluation of the systems and components of a building. It provides information regarding the general condition of a residence at the time the inspection was conducted. It is important that you carefully read ALL of this information. Ask the inspector to clarify any items or comments that are unclear. RESPONSIBILTY OF THE INSPECTOR This inspection is governed by the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) Standards of Practice (SOPs), which dictates the minimum requirements for a real estate inspection. The inspector IS required to: • use this Property Inspection Report form for the inspection; • • • inspect only those components and conditions that are present, visible, and accessible at the time of the inspection; indicate whether each item was inspected, not inspected, or not present; indicate an item as Deficient (D) if a condition exists that adversely and materially affects the performance of a system or component OR constitutes a hazard to life, limb or property as specified by the SOPs; and • explain the inspector’s findings in the corresponding section in the body of the report form. The inspector IS NOT required to: identify all potential hazards; turn on decommissioned equipment, systems, utilities, or apply an open flame or light a pilot to operate any appliance; • • • climb over obstacles, move furnishings or stored items; • prioritize or emphasize the importance of one deficiency over another; • provide follow-up services to verify that proper repairs have been made; or • inspect system or component listed under the optional section of the SOPs (22 TAC 535.233). RESPONSIBILTY OF THE CLIENT While items identified as Deficient (D) in an inspection report DO NOT obligate any party to make repairs or take other actions, in the event that any further evaluations are needed, it is the …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Permits in National Register Historic Districts December 3, 2025 PR-2025-103903 Old West Austin National Register Historic District 1513 Murray Lane 6 – 1 Proposal Demolish a ca. 1927 contributing building. Architecture Two-story stucco building with irregular roofline and fenestration. Its covered porch still displays Craftsman detailing, though the building has been altered. Research The house at 1513 Murray Lane, originally addressed as 1313 Murray Lane, was constructed around 1927. Though it was home to several prominent Austin businesspeople, including Edgar Perry, Jr. and Marjorie Wendlandt, most of its owners resided in the home for only a short time. Its longest-term owner-occupant, Mrs. Emilie Ebeling, was the daughter of New Braunfels mayor Adolph Giesecke. She moved to Austin after the death of her husband, Marble Falls banker and farmer Otto Ebeling. Property Evaluation The property contributes to the Old West Austin National Register Historic District. Designation Criteria—Historic Landmark 1) The building is more than 50 years old. 2) The building appears to retain moderate to low integrity. Significant alterations were constructed between 2008 and 2012. 3) Properties must meet two criteria for landmark designation (LDC §25-2-352). Staff has evaluated the property and determined that it does not meet two criteria for landmark designation: a. Architecture. The building is a Craftsman bungalow but has been too altered to convey significance. b. Historical association. The property does not appear to have significant historical associations. c. Archaeology. The property was not evaluated for its potential to yield significant data concerning the human history or prehistory of the region. d. Community value. The property does not possess a unique location, physical characteristic, or significant feature that contributes to the character, image, or cultural identity of the city, the neighborhood, or a particular demographic group. e. Landscape feature. The property is not a significant natural or designed landscape with artistic, aesthetic, cultural, or historical value to the city. Staff Recommendation Encourage rehabilitation and adaptive reuse, then relocation over demolition, but approve the demolition permit application upon completion of a City of Austin Documentation Package. Demolition permits in National Register Historic Districts may not be pulled until the Historic Landmark Commission has reviewed plans for new construction. Location Map 6 – 2 Property Information Photos 6 – 3 6 – 4 6 – 5 6 – 6 Occupancy History City Directory Research, September 2025 Demolition permit application, 2025 1959 1952 1944 1941 …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Permits in National Register Historic Districts December 3, 2025 PR-2025-121780; GF-2025-125277 West Line National Register Historic District 1105 Maufrais Street 7 – 1 Proposal Demolish a ca. 1937 house. Architecture One-story house with inset entryway between two gabled wings with shallow eaves. The building is identical to several others on Maufrais St. built during the same time period. Research The house at 1105 Maufrais St. was built in 1937 for G. R. Ogletree, a lumber company who constructed several similar houses on Maufrais Street. Its first occupant was William A. Chanslor, an employee of the State Comptroller’s Department. It was soon sold by Chanslor and purchased by Jack P. and Lovie McKinney. Jack P. McKinney worked as a salesman. Most of the building’s owners throughout the period of significance sold the property after only a short occupancy. Property Evaluation The property contributes to the West Line National Register district. The 2025 Downtown Austin survey lists the property as contributing to a potential local historic district. Designation Criteria—Historic Landmark 1) The building is more than 50 years old. 2) The building appears to retain moderate integrity. 3) Properties must meet two criteria for landmark designation (LDC §25-2-352). Staff has evaluated the property and determined that it does not meet two criteria: a. Architecture. The building does not appear to convey architectural significance. b. Historical association. The property does not appear to have significant historical associations. c. Archaeology. The property was not evaluated for its potential to yield significant data concerning the human history or prehistory of the region. d. Community value. The property does not possess a unique location, physical characteristic, or significant feature that contributes to the character, image, or cultural identity of the city, the neighborhood, or a particular demographic group. e. Landscape feature. The property is not a significant natural or designed landscape with artistic, aesthetic, cultural, or historical value to the city. Staff Recommendation Encourage rehabilitation and adaptive reuse, relocation, or deconstruction and salvage over demolition, but approve the demolition permit application upon completion of a City of Austin Documentation Package. The Historic Landmark Commission must review plans for new construction in National Register districts before demolition permits may be pulled. Location Map 7 – 2 Property Information Photos 7 – 3 7 – 4 Demolition application, 2025 7 – 5 Occupancy History Downtown Austin Survey, H-H-M, Inc., 2024 Google Street View, …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Permits in National Register Historic Districts December 3rd, 2025 HR-2025-135323 Congress Avenue National Register Historic District Congress Avenue between Cesar Chavez and 7th Street 8 – 1 Proposal Construct streetscape improvements within the Congress Avenue National Register District. Project Specifications The Congress Avenue Urban Design Initiative, led by Austin Transportation and Public Works, was identified as a major capital project in the 2020 mobility bond. The project includes: 1) Maintenance of existing trees and canopy and addition of select new trees where there are large gaps in tree canopy 2) Expansion of the sidewalk with granite pavers, with some concrete pavers above landscaping. Additional sidewalk widths are possible due to repurposing of angled parking. 3) Installation of Great Streets furnishings 4) Replacement of delineator posts with concrete barriers 5) Installation of terracotta bike lanes for multimodal streets 6) Removal of planters Design Standards The City of Austin’s Historic Design Standards (March 2021) are based on the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation and are used to evaluate projects in National Register districts. The following standards apply to the proposed project: Sites and streetscapes 1. Vegetation, topography, and landscaping 1.1 Do not grade, fill, or excavate unless it is to solve a drainage or flooding problem. The proposed project does not include grading, filling, or excavation. 1.2 Retain permanent landscape features that define the character of the property and the district. Protect them when constructing new buildings or additions. The proposed project does not remove permanent landscape features that define the character of the property. The portions of the right of way to be modified are not original to Congress Avenue and most existing street furniture is not of historic age. 1.3 Additional standard for historic landmarks: If the property had a grassy, open front lawn when constructed, maintain that context. Do not replace the lawn with paving or gravel. Not applicable. 2. Walls and fences Section not applicable 3. Mechanical equipment and site appurtenances Section not applicable 4. Accessibility Section not applicable 5. Sidewalks, driveways, and parking 5.1 Repair historic sidewalks, driveways, and parking areas with a matching design and materials. 8 – 2 The proposed project reworks existing sidewalks and streets; however, the existing materials do not appear to be of historic age following changes to the street during the 1980s and early 1990s. 5.2 Construct new sidewalks and driveways that are compatible …
LEGEND New Benches (per Great Streets Standards) New Trash & Recycling Bins (per Great Streets Standards) New Bike Racks (per Great Streets Standards) Existing Trees New Trees (These include replacement and “infill” trees. Infill trees are proposed to reduce extensive shade gaps.) New Planting Areas (These will provide increased soil volume to improve existing & new tree health, while also supporting possible landscaping.) New Amenity Zones (These will support cafes, retail displays, permanent & temporary public art, pop-up events, etc. Pervious pavers are used which allow stormwater run-off to filter down to planting soil below. ) C O N G R E S S A V E N U E IMPROVEMENTS AT 100 BLOCK - WEST NEW TREES NEW STREET FURNISHINGS • Replacement Trees: 0 • Infill Trees: 3 • Bike Racks: 4 racks (8 spaces) • Benches: 4 • Trash and Recycle Bins: 2 pairs IMPROVEMENTS AT 100 BLOCK - EAST NEW TREES NEW STREET FURNISHINGS • Replacement Trees: 1 • Infill Trees: 0 • Bike Racks: 4 racks (8 spaces) • Benches: 4 • Trash and Recycle Bins: 2 pairs IMPROVEMENTS AT 200 BLOCK - WEST IMPROVEMENTS AT 300 BLOCK - WEST IMPROVEMENTS AT 400 BLOCK - WEST IMPROVEMENTS AT 500 BLOCK - WEST IMPROVEMENTS AT 600 BLOCK - WEST Austin Light Rail guideway will cross Congress Ave at 3rd St & Lance Armstrong Bikeway will be relocated to 4th St as part of a separate project. Potential future improvements on E 6th St are currently being studied as part of a separate project. 0 10’ 20’ 40’ 60’ 80’ NEW TREES • Replacement Trees: 0* • Infill trees: 0 *Some trees on this block-face will be replaced under license agreements. NEW STREET FURNISHINGS • Bike Racks: 6 racks (12 spaces) • Benches: 4 • Trash and Recycle Bins: 2 pairs IMPROVEMENTS AT 200 BLOCK - EAST NEW TREES NEW STREET FURNISHINGS • Replacement Trees: 0* • Bike Racks: 4 racks (8 spaces) • Infill Trees: 0 • Benches: 6 *Some trees on this block-face will be replaced under license agreements. • Trash and Recycle Bins: 2 pairs NEW TREES • Replacement Trees: 1 • Infill Trees: 0 NEW STREET FURNISHINGS • Bike Racks: 6 racks (12 spaces) • Benches: 4 • Trash and Recycle Bins: 2 pairs NEW TREES • Replacement Trees: 1 • Infill Trees: 1 NEW STREET FURNISHINGS • Bike Racks: 6 racks (12 spaces) …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Permits in National Register Historic Districts December 3, 2025 PR-2025-142120; GF-2025-144821 Travis Heights-Fairview Park Historic District 1806 Drake Avenue 9 – 1 Proposal Demolish a ca. 1945 contributing building. Architecture This residence sits on the rear half of a subdivided lot originally extending from Brackenridge Street to Drake Avenue. It is a simple rectangle in form, with a moderately pitched, side gabled roof that has been re-clad with metal. There is a small brick chimney at the front elevation set to one side of the centered entryway door. This doorway is covered by a modest gable that is supported by two brackets. While the building is described in the National Register nomination as in the ranch style, the form is so simple it lacks many of the ypical horizontal details frequently found in similar houses. However, the walls are brick, which is uncommon in the district, though they are more common for housing found in the city built around the same time as 1806 Drake. Research In the first decade after its construction, the property cycled through owners every few years. The first owners appear to be Martin & Margaret Birdsong, who was employed by the Austin Police Department as a lieutenant. Subsequent owners were a plumber and a family associated with the United States Air Force, but none of these residents lived at the address for long. By the 1960s, multiple news articles report that a man names James Edward Wilson lived at the address. Property Evaluation The property contributes to the Travis Heights-Fairview Park National Register district. Designation Criteria—Historic Landmark 1) The building is more than 50 years old. 2) The building appears to retain moderate integrity. 3) Properties must meet two criteria for landmark designation (LDC §25-2-352). Staff has evaluated the property and determined that it does not meet two criteria for landmark designation: a. Architecture. The building is a decent example of ranch-influenced infill development in the district. b. Historical association. The property does not appear to have significant historical associations. c. Archaeology. The property was not evaluated for its potential to yield significant data concerning the human history or prehistory of the region. d. Community value. The property does not possess a unique location, physical characteristic, or significant feature that contributes to the character, image, or cultural identity of the city, the neighborhood, or a particular demographic group. e. Landscape feature. The …
N 19° 37' 24" E 12.62' ' 0 0 . 7 4 E " 8 1 ' 0 0 ° 1 7 S N 70° 44' 37" W 2.16' N 19° 00' 49" E 37.37' 27.2' 9.9' ' 0 . 6 ' 2 . 0 1 13.4' ' 6 . 9 1 ' 3 . 7 1 7.0' ' 5 . 2 1 Y E V R O . 8 U R S C T N E A K C E S T R C D B A A A IS ' 0 9 . 4 4 W " 9 3 ' 9 5 ° 0 7 N 9.1' ' 6 . 2 ' 6 . 2 3.5' 21.0' 1/2" IRF BEARS S 89° 07' 46" W 0.66' S 19° 05' 56" W 50.00' LEGAL DESCRIPTION: BEING A PORTION OF BLOCK 12H, OF FAIRVIEW PARK, AN ADDITION TO TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 1, PAGE 46, PLAT RECORDS, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS, BEING ALL THAT CERTAIN TRACT OF LAND DESCRIBED IN DEED TO CONNIE LEAVERTON, AS RECORDED IN INSTRUMENT NO. 2010139506, OFFICIAL PUBLIC RECORDS, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS, AND ALL THAT CERTAIN TRACT OF LAND DESCRIBED IN DEED TO CONNIE LEAVERTON, AS RECORDED IN INSTRUMENT NO. 2024028633, SAID OFFICIAL PUBLIC RECORDS, AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED BY METES AND BOUNDS DESCRIPTION ATTACHED IN EXHIBIT "A" ATTACHED HERETO AND MADE A PART THEREOF ON PAGE 2. SURVEYOR'S CERTIFICATION: THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT ON THIS DATE A SURVEY WAS …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Permits in National Register Historic Districts December 3, 2025 HR-2025-144182 Old West Austin Historic District 1608 Pease Road 10 – 1 Proposal Construct a residence at a property listed as noncontributing to the district. Project Specifications Construct a new residence on the site of a previously approved demolition of a 1976 duplex residential structure. Architecture The building currently located at this address was constructed in 1976, and is listed as noncontributing to the National Register district. The demolition application for this building was not presented to the Historic Landmark Commission. Design Standards The City of Austin’s Historic Design Standards (March 2021) are based on the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation and are used to evaluate projects in National Register districts. The following standards apply to the proposed project: Residential new construction 1. Location New construction features the same setback as the 1976 structure on site, which is roughly in keeping with the surrounding properties on the block and district. 2. Orientation The orientation faces the street, which is typical for the neighborhood. 3. Scale, massing, and height The proposed structure is two stories in height, similar to the existing house. While most immediate neighbors on this side of this street are a single story, most houses directly across the street are contributing, two story buildings. Massing also appears to be more appropriate to the neighborhood than the existing structure, which is largely set behind a double garage that projects toward the street. 4. Proportions As mentioned above, the proportions are in keeping with other two-story buildings on the block. 5. Design and style Design of the new residence is generally compatible, with material choices and proportions within reason. While the building is large, material changes and appropriately-scaled fenestration keep the building for looking out of scale. 6. Roofs The proposed front facing gable is not common amongst immediate neighbors in the area. However, there are numerous examples of a front gable in the district, and the roof pitch and shape is modest and simple. Metal roofing material is not common to contributing houses but will not look out of place due to alterations in the neighborhood. 7. Exterior walls Proposed cladding materials include brick, stucco, and vertically-oriented wood V-groove siding, all of which are appropriate for the district. 10 – 2 8. Windows and doors While many of the windows are large, they are spaced …
