HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISISON MEETING MINUTES Monday, May 19, 2025 HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Monday, May 19, 2025 The Human Rights Commission convened in a regular meeting on Monday, May 19, 2025 at 301 W. 2nd St., Boards & Commissions Room, in Austin, Texas. Chair Duhon called the Human Rights Commission meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Kolby Duhon (Chair) Gabriella Zeidan (Vice Chair) Harriett Kirsh Pozen Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Muneeb “Meebs” Aslam Danielle Bryant Jeffrey Clemmons Morgan Davis PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Human Rights Commission regular meeting on April 28, 2025. The minutes were amended to strike “$125,000” in Item 6 and insert “$120,000” on Chair Duhon’s motion, Vice Chair Zeidan’s second on a 6-0 vote. Commissioner Clemmons was off the dais. Commissioners Khawar, Krueger, and Oliva Martínez were absent. The minutes of the Human Rights Commission regular meeting on April 28, 2025 were approved on Vice Chair Zeidan’s motion, Commissioner Kirsh Pozen’s second on a 6-0 vote. Commissioner Clemmons was off the dais. Commissioners Khawar, Krueger, and Oliva Martínez were absent. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Discussion and possible action to approve proposed language for a historical marker on 4th street. 1 HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISISON MEETING MINUTES Monday, May 19, 2025 The proposed language was presented by Kim McKnight, Division Manager, Development Services Department. The motion to approve proposed language for a historical marker on 4th street was approved on Commissioner Davis’ motion, Vice Chair Zeidan’s second on a 7-0 vote. Commissioners Khawar, Krueger, and Oliva Martínez were absent. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Chair Duhon – Discussion and possible action to approve the Annual Internal Review at the July meeting. Second by Commissioner Clemmons. Commissioner Aslam – Recommendation regarding severe climate emergencies and cooling shelters at the June meeting. Second by Chair Duhon Commissioner Aslam – Recommendation regarding grant funding for nonprofits working on basic needs such as the Texas Central Food Bank. Second by Chair Duhon. ADJOURNMENT Chair Duhon adjourned the meeting at 6:14 p.m. without objection. The minutes were approved at the June 23, 2025 meeting without objection on Chair Duhon’s motion on a 7-0 vote. Commissioners Clemmons and Krueger were off the dais. 2 HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISISON MEETING MINUTES Monday, May 19, 2025 3
Library Commission Meeting Minutes May 19, 2025 THE LIBRARY COMMISSION REGULAR CALLED MEETING MINUTES MONDAY, MAY 19, 2025 The Library Commission convened in a regular meeting on Monday, May 19, 2025, at the Southeast Branch Library in Austin, Texas. CALL TO ORDER Vice Chair Mehta called the Library Commission meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Sheila Mehta, Vice-Chair Pamela Carlile Kezia Frayjo Sara Gore Dr. Suchitra Gururaj Melissah Hasdorff Andrea Herrera Moreno Edward Selig Board Members/Commissioners Absent: Lynda Infante Huerta, Chair Magen Davis PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Carlos León provided public comment to the Commission regarding various concerns. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Library Commission regular meeting on April 28, 2025. Library Commission Meeting Minutes May 19, 2025 The April 28, 2025, minutes were approved at the May 19, 2025, regular meeting on a motion by Commissioner Selig, seconded by Commissioner Gore. The motion passed on an 8–0 vote. Chair Infante Huerta and Commissioner Davis were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Presentation by Wendy Woodland, Director of Advocacy & Communications for the Texas Library Association, on legislative issues impacting libraries and TLA’s work in this area. Wendy Woodland, Director of Advocacy & Communications for the Texas Library Association, presented information on legislative issues impacting libraries and TLA’s work in this area. Carlos León provided public comment to the Commission regarding various concerns. STAFF BRIEFING 3. Staff briefing on Summer at Austin Public Library and Kids Block Party, by Alanna Graves, Librarian III, Austin Public Library. The briefing was presented by Alanna Graves, Librarian III, Austin Public Library. 4. Staff briefing on Austin Public Library Language Access, by Baylor Johnson, Public Information & Marketing Program Manager, Austin Public Library. The briefing was presented by Baylor Johnson, Public Information & Marketing Program Manager, Austin Public Library. 5. Staff briefing on the May APL Public Programming Highlights and Facilities Updates, by Hannah Terrell, Interim Director of Libraries. The briefing was presented by Hannah Terrell, Interim Director of Libraries. Carlos León provided public comment to the Commission regarding various concerns. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT Vice Chair Mehta adjourned the meeting at 7:41 p.m. without objection. Library Commission Meeting Minutes May 19, 2025 The May 19, 2025, minutes were approved at the June 30, 2025, regular meeting on a motion by Commissioner Selig, seconded by Commissioners Gore and Hasdorff. The motion passed on a 7–0 vote. Commissioners Frayjo, Gururaj …
REGULAR CALLED MEETING of the DOWNTOWN AUSTIN COMMUNITY COURT ADVISORY BOARD MAY 16, 2025 AT 8:00AM ONE TEXAS CENTER, STE 125, TRAINING ROOM 505 BARTON SPRINGS RD AUSTIN, TEXAS 78704 Some members of the BOARD/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 Edna Staniszewski at edna.staniszewski@austintexas.gov or at (512) 974-1260. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Kergin Bedell Karla Jo Dixon Lea Downey Gallatin, Chair Mikaela Frissell Kate Garza Dr. Anu Kapadia, Vice-Chair Faye Mills KatyJo Muncie Josh Robinson Roy Woody AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL 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 including individuals that wish to share first-hand accounts regarding their experiences being served through Austin’s homelessness system . APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. 2. the minutes of Approve ADVISORY BOARD REGULAR CALLED MEETING on JANUARY 17, 2025. Approve ADVISORY BOARD REGULAR CALLED MEETING on MARCH 28, 2025. the DOWNTOWN AUSTIN COMMUNITY COURT the DOWNTOWN AUSTIN COMMUNITY COURT the minutes of ACTION ITEMS 3. Conduct officer elections for the Chair and Vice Chair. (Downey Gallatin/Kapadia) – Robert Kingham, Court Administrator, DACC DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. 5. Work Study Program overview and future efforts. (Downey Gallatin/Kapadia) – So Yong Kim, Clinical Case Manager Supervisor, DACC Status of DACC operational areas including performance measures and services delivered through Community Services, Court Services, Homeless Services and Support Services (Downey Gallatin/Kapadia) – Jennifer Sowinski, Clinical Operations Manager and Chris Anderson, Court Operations Manager, DACC ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call Edna Staniszewski at Downtown Austin Community Court, at (512) 974-1260), for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Downtown Austin Community Court Advisory Board, please …
Federal Work-Study Program at DACC DACC partnered with UT-Austin to implement the Federal Work-Study program. Two under grad students were hired in October 2024 after receiving over 70 applications. So Yong Kim, LCSW-S Clinical Case Manager Supervisor Program Development Timeline November 2023 Initial discovery of FWS program through UT-Austin School of Social Work DACC approved as Federal Work-Study site July 2024 October 2024 Two candidates selected and began work 1 2 3 4 5 Early 2024 Paperwork initiated with UT-Austin August 2024 Recruitment began through Handshake and job fair participation Homeless Services Position Position Details Fall 2024 Khue Nguyen Works in Homeless 144 total hours Spring 2025 255 total hours Services from 10/8/24-12/5/24 and 1/14/25-05/01/25 $3,114.72 total cost with $2,428.16 $5,515.65 total cost with $3,482.34 billed to FWS billed to FWS Court Operations Position Position Details Francesca Abundo works 10/21/24-12/13/24 and 1/14/25-05/30/25 Fall 2024 Spring 2025 112 total hours 362 total hours $2,422.56 total cost with $7,829.97 total cost with $1,773.66 billed to FWS $3,482.34 billed to FWS Training Requirements General Onboarding HR and FWS orientation Ongoing Time keeping, weekly check-ins (30mins/week) System Training HR+UKG (2hrs), eCourt (2hrs), HMIS Client Service TIC training (2hrs) Organization City required training (1-2hrs), DACC NEO (2hrs) Key Administrative Tasks Mail Management Sorting clients' mail (300+ on Tuesdays, 100+ on Thursdays) Document Processing Scanning vital documents, creating PDF-fillable forms, uploading clients' vital documents onto HMIS (A–D, about 2,500 client folders) Inventory Organizing closing closet, refilling hygiene items and snacks, ordering office supplies File Management Organizing old client files, returning correspondence (20 files/hour) Data Input / Organizing CDP spreadsheet Program Impact Staff Satisfaction Positive feedback from staff The administrative assistance has fulfilled a long-standing request Burnout Prevention Reduced stress from administrative burden Time Savings Hours redirected to critical case management tasks Total of 843 hours completed by 2 work-study students Cost Savings 360 hours completed at $21.63/hour with FWS stipend, saving about $10,000 compared to higher employee rates Next Steps Continuity Planning Both assistants will return in August for the next year. Plan coverage for summer and winter breaks is needed. Feedback Collection Gather staff input on additional tasks for administrative support. Retention Strategy Aim to retain assistants to minimize training and other administrative costs.
Downtown Austin Community Court Advisory Board DACC Service and Data Overview Board Packet – May 16, 2025 Community Services Community Services Program (CS) – Participants fulfill community service hour requirements through public space cleaning, beautification projects, graffiti abatement, and working at DACC’s Edgar Fincher III Program Garden, which donates all food and eggs to local providers who feed the homeless community. o Number of Community Services Requests Completed FY 2025 (Oct. 2024-Apr. 2025): 443* FY 2024 (Oct. 2023- Apr. 2024): 627 o Acreage of Work Completed FY 2025 (Oct. 2024- Apr. 2025): 13.36* FY 2024 (Oct. 2023- Apr. 2024): 18.9 o *These are missing information regarding work completed from February 1, 2025-February 10-2025, stemming from technical issues from system updates around these measures. While data during this time period cannot be retrieved, issues have been corrected to ensure data will be accurate moving forward. Violet KeepSafe Storage Program (VKS) – Free storage located downtown with secure bins to store vital documents, family memories, clothing, bedding, and more. Operates 7:00am- 11:00am and 1:00pm-7:00pm, seven days a week. Program employs people with lived experience to improve service experience and create workforce opportunities. o Number of Active VKS Participants FY 2025 (Oct. 2024- Apr. 2025): 461 FY 2024 (Oct. 2023- Apr. 2024): 492 o Number of Interactions with VKS Participants FY 2025 (Oct. 2024- Apr. 2025): 17,620 FY 2024 (Oct. 2023- Apr. 2024): 14,330 Court Services Problem-solving court – Fine-only court with emphasis on alternative resolutions, and provides an immediate connection to onsite case managers, basic needs, and social service resources. DACC resolves Class C criminal offenses in catchment area, and Proposition B and State camping ban cases citywide. o Number of Cases Filed FY 2025 (Oct. 2024- Apr. 2025): 1,821 FY 2024 (Oct. 2023- Apr. 2024): 1,395 o Number of Cases Docketed FY 2025 (Oct. 2024- Apr. 2025): 4,766 FY 2024 (Oct. 2023- Apr. 2024): 3,026 Clinical Diversion Program (CDP) – Dedicated case managers serve people engaging in Court Services to improve connection to case management and social services, while also improving appearance and case completion rates. o Number of CDP Clients: FY 2025 (Oct. 2024- Apr. 2025): 210 FY 2024 (Oct. 2023- Apr. 2024): 147 o Number of Cases Resolved through Participation in CDP: FY 2025 (Oct. 2024- Apr. 2025): 289 …
DACC ADVISORY BOARD MEETING MINUTES (16, MAY 2025) DOWNTOWN AUSTIN COMMUNITY COURT ADVISORY BOARD REGULAR CALLED MEETING MINUTES MAY 16, 2025 The DOWNTOWN AUSTIN COMMUNITY COURT ADVISORY BOARD convened in a REGULAR CALLED meeting on 16, MAY 2025, at 505 BARTON SPRINGS RD in Austin, Texas. CALL TO ORDER Board Member Mikaela Frissell called the DOWNTOWN AUSTIN COMMUNITY COURT ADVISORY BOARD Meeting to order at 8:26 a.m. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Rev. Dr. Josh Robinson, Katy Jo Muncie, and Mikaela Frissell. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Karly Jo Dixon, Chair Lea Downey Gallatin, and Roy Woody. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. 2. Approve the minutes of the DOWNTOWN AUSTIN COMMUNITY COURT ADVISORY BOARD REGULAR CALLED MEETING on JANUARY 17, 2025. The minutes from the meeting of January 17, 2025, were approved on Board Member Katy Jo Muncie’s motion, Board member Rev. Dr. Josh Robinson’s second on an (6) vote. Approve the minutes of the DOWNTOWN AUSTIN COMMUNITY COURT ADVISORY BOARD REGULAR CALLED MEETING on MARCH 28, 2025. The minutes from the meeting of March 28, 2025, were approved on Board Member Lea Downey Gallatin’s motion, Board member Rev. Dr. Josh Robinson second on an (6) vote. 1 DACC ADVISORY BOARD MEETING MINUTES (16, MAY 2025) ACTION ITEMS 3. Conduct officer elections for the Chair and Vice Chair. (Downey Gallatin/Kapadia) – Robert Kingham, Court Administrator, DACC. Lea Downey Gallatin was elected as Chair, Board Member Mikaela Frizzell’s motion, Board Member Rev. Dr. Josh Robinson’s second on a (6-0) vote. Dr. Anu Kapadia was elected as Vice-Chair, Board Chair Lea Downey Gallatin’s motion, Board Member Rev. Dr. Josh Robinson’s second on a (6-0) vote. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. 5. Work Study Program overview and future efforts. (Downey Gallatin/Kapadia) – So Yong Kim, Clinical Case Manager Supervisor, DACC. So Yong arranged a collaboration with UT students to intern at DACC for administrative support services. A summary of their support to staff and the continuation of services for next school terms. Status of DACC operational areas including performance measures and services delivered through Community Services, Court Services, Homeless Services and Support Services (Downey Gallatin/Kapadia) – Jennifer Sowinski, Clinical Operations Manager and Chris Anderson, Court Operations Manager, DACC. Chris provided a summary for Community Services, Violet KeepSafe Storage Program, Court Services, and Mobile Court Services. Jennifer provided a summary for our Walk-in Case Management services …
PUBLIC NOTICE OF A WORK SESSION TAKE NOTICE OF A BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION OF THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN TO BE HELD AT Bridge at Steiner Ranch Apartments Property Leasing Office/Community Center 4800 Steiner Ranch Blvd Austin, TX 78732 (512.477.4488) Thursday, May 15, 2025 9:30 AM CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM Pledge of Allegiance Public Communication (Note: There will be a three-minute time limitation) PRESENTATION AGENDA 1. Presentation and Discussion regarding programs operated by the Austin Affordable Housing Corporation 2. Tour of properties ADJOURNMENT "Pursuant to 30.06, Penal Code, (trespass by holder of license with a concealed handgun), a person licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (handgun licensing law), may not attend this meeting with a concealed handgun." "Pursuant to 30.07, Penal Code (trespass by holder of license with an openly carried handgun), a person licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (handgun licensing law), may not attend this meeting with a handgun that is carried openly." "En virtud del 30.06, Codigo Penal, (traspaso titular de licencia con una pistola), una persona bajo el subcapitulo H, capitulo 411, codigo de gobierno (Ley de licencia de arma or pistola), no se permiten en este reunion con una arma o pistola. "En virtud de 30.07, Codigo Penal (prevaricacion por titular de la licencia con un arma o pistola abiertamente llevado), una persona bajo el subcapitulo H, capitulo 411, codigo de gobierno (Ley de licencia de arma o pistola), no se permiten en esta reunion con un arma o pistola que lleva abiertamente. *The Housing Authority of the City of Austin Board of Commissioners reserves the right to discuss and consider items out of order on the agenda on an as needed basis. The Housing Authority of the City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American Disability Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to the communications will be provided upon request. Please call (512) 477-4488 ext. 2112 for information. Page 1 of 1
TECHNOLOGY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING Wednesday – May 14th, 2025 – 6:30PM City Hall – Boards and Commission – Room 1101 301 W 2nd St, Austin, TX 78701 Some members of the BOARD/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, email Dan Martinez at dan.martinez@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Steven Apodaca, Chair Keith Pena-Villa Suzanne Heritage Rachel Frock Nicholas Eastwood Milena Pribic Carina Alderete, Vice Chair Brian AM Williams Thomas Rice Benjamin Combee Ibiye Anga AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first ten speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the special called Technology Commission meeting on April 30th, 2025. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Presentation on PANO AI, a wildfire tracking system (Christopher Vetromile, Wildfire Mitigation Manager, Austin Energy) DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 3. Technology Commission annual work plan for 2026, planning, drafting and approval WORKING GROUP UPDATES 4. Public Surveillance working group updates regarding further interviews with stakeholders and subsequent action items 5. Artificial Intelligence Working Group updates on new and preexisting artificial intelligence legislation or guidelines and how they will impact the group’s draft recommendation FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If you require Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call Dan Martinez at the Community Technology Division in the Economic Development Department, at dan.martinez@austintexas.gov for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Technology Commission, please contact Dan Martinez at dan.martinez@austintexas.gov
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HIV PLANNING COUNCIL FINANCE AND ASSESSMENT COMMITTEE WEDNESDAY, MAY 14TH, 2025, 1:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER ROOM 1203 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the HIV PLANNING COUNCIL may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: Click here to join the meeting Public comment will be allowed in person or remotely via telephone or Teams. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register to speak, call or email the Office of Support, (737)- 825-1684 or hivplanningcouncil@austintexas.gov CURRENT HIV PLANNING COUNCIL FINANCE/ALLOCATIONS AND STRATEGIC PLANNING/NEEDS ASSESSMENT COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Kelle’ Martin Ashley Garling, Committee Chair Kristina McRae-Thompson Liza Bailey Judith Hassan CALL TO ORDER AGENDA PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up no later than noon on 5/13/2025 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 HIV Planning Council regular meeting of the Finance/Allocations and Strategic Planning/Needs Assessment Committee on March 12th, 2025. CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATIONS 2. Members will declare conflict of interest with relevant agenda items, service categories, and/or service standards. STAFF BRIEFINGS 3. Introductions/Announcements 4. Office of Support Staff Briefing 5. Administrative Agent Staff Briefing DISCUSSION ITEMS 6. Resource inventory updates 7. Discuss PSRA Data Binder 8. Discussion and recommendation for MAI and EIIHA data FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 9. Discussion of workplan calendar ADJOURNMENT Indicative of action items The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. TTY users’ route through Relay Texas at 711. For More Information on the HIV Planning Council, please contact HIV Planning Council Office of Support at (737) 825-1684.
REGULAR MEETING of the EARLY CHILDHOOD COUNCIL MAY 14, 2025, 9:00 A.M. CITY HALL, BOARD AND COMMISSION ROOM #1101 301 WEST SECOND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Early Childhood Council 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 Caitlin Oliver, Program Coordinator, Austin Public Health, at 512-972-6205 or Caitlin.Oliver@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Choquette Hamilton, Chair Brooke Freeland Chloe Latham-Sikes Cathy McHorse Craig McNary Hilda Rivas Brianna Menard, Vice Chair Eliza Gordon Cynthia McCollum Andrea McIllwain Alice Navarro Ellana Selig AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first five speakers to register 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 Early Childhood Council Regular Meeting on April 9, 2025 DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Updates from Korey Darling, Division Director of the Research & Planning Division at Travis County Health and Human Services, regarding implementation of the voter- approved child care and out-of-school time initiative 3. 4. Presentation from Decision Information Resources (DIR) regarding current activities and next steps for the quality-of-life study of Austin’s families with young children Updates from the April Joint Inclusion Committee (JIC) meeting and the special called May 7th JIC meeting STAFF BRIEFINGS 5. Briefing from Caitlin Oliver, Austin Public Health (APH), regarding updates from related local early childhood groups such as Austin Chapter of the Texas Association for the Education of Young Children, Austin ISD, Success By 6 Coalition, and Child Care Regulation FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please or Caitlin.Oliver@austintexas.gov, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. at Austin Public Health, call Caitlin Oliver 512-972-6205 at For more information …
REGULAR MEETING of the AIRPORT ADVIS ORY CO MMISS ION (AAC) May 14, 2025 3:00 PM 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR., ROOM 1405 AUSTIN, TEXAS 78752 Some members of the Commission may be participating via videoconference. Livestream of the meeting will be available at ATXN1 https://www.austintexas.gov/watch-atxn-live Audio of the meeting will be available as an alternative to attending in person. Please email Ammie Calderon at ammie.calderon@flyaustin.com by Noon of the day of the meeting for dial-in details. Public comment for general communication and all agenda items will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. In-person registration is available for speakers who sign up at the meeting location prior to the meeting being called to order. Registration to speak remotely is available for speakers who have provided an email to Ammie Calderon at ammie.calderon@flyaustin.com, no later than Noon of the day before the meeting. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS Patrick Rose, Chair Bakari Brock, Vice-Chair Doyle Valdez, Secretary Jeff Eller Mike Trimble Fang Fang Jonathan Coon Cole Wilson Lyn Hendricks Scott Madole Susan Turrieta AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Public communication for items not on the agenda. The first 5 registered speakers will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address the Airport Advisory Commission on an item that is not posted on the agenda. Please refer to the registration instructions above. 1 Public communication for items on the agenda. Registered speakers will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address the Airport Advisory Commission on an item that is posted as a Briefing, Discussion/Action, or Discussion item. Please refer to the registration instructions above. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the AAC regular meeting on April 9, 2025 STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Briefing on March 2025 Financial Results presented by Rajeev Thomas, Chief Financial Officer 3. Briefing on Air Service Update provided by Jamy Kazanoff, AUS Air Service Development 4. Briefing on Journey with AUS (AUS AEDP/Capital Improvement Program) Active Projects provided by Lyn Estabrook, Deputy Chief Development Officer 5. Briefing on BATX Pipeline Project presented by Andy Saenz and Jake Reint on behalf of Flint Hills Resources DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS 6. Authorize a contract for grease, grit, and sediment traps maintenance and repair services for the Department of Aviation with Southwaste Disposal LLC, for a term of five years in an amount not to exceed $1,100,000. Funding: $91,667 is available in the 2024-2025 Operating Budget of the Department of Aviation. …
AIRPORT ADVISORY COMMISSION (AAC) REGULAR MEETING MINUTES April 9, 2025, 3:00 PM The Airport Advisory Commission convened in a regular meeting on April 9, 2025, at 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr., Room 1405 Austin, Texas 78752 Chair Wendy Price Todd called the regular meeting to order at 3:01 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Wendy Price Todd Patrick Rose Fang Fang Lyn Hendricks Scott Madole Doyle Valdez Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Bakari Brock Jeff Eller Jonathan Coon Commissioners Absent: Raymond Young Chad Ennis PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL NONE APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the AAC regular meeting on March 12, 2025. A motion to approve was made by Commissioner Valdez; Commissioner Rose seconded. The motion passed on a 8-0-0-3 vote. Commissioners Madole, Young, and Ennis were absent at this vote. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Briefing on February 2025 Financial Results presented by Rajeev Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Will Mack presented the report for Rajeev Thomas. 3. Briefing on Air Service Update provided by Jamy Kazanoff, AUS Air Service Development Jason Alexander presented the report for Jamy Kazanoff. Jamy Kazanoff answered additional questions. 4. Briefing on Journey with AUS (AUS AEDP/Capital Improvement Program) Active Projects provided by Lyn Estabrook, Deputy Chief Development Officer Lyn Estabrook provided the briefing. 5. Update on the appointments of Gregory S. Milligan and Rustin Roussel to the Austin-Bergstrom Landhost Enterprises, Inc. (ABLE) board of directors provided by Jason Alexander, Deputy Chief of Airport Affairs Jason Alexander provided the briefing. DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS 6. Nomination and election of Airport Advisory Commission Secretary (Doyle Valdez) Commissioner Rose nominated Commissioner Valdez to serve as Secretary; Commissioner Coon seconded the nomination. The nomination passed and Commissioner Valdez was elected as Secretary on a 9-0-0-2 vote. Commissioners Young and Ennis were absent at this vote. 7. Nomination and election of Airport Advisory Commission Vice-Chair (Bakari Brock) Commissioner Valdez nominated Commissioner Brock to serve as Vice-Chair; Commissioner Eller seconded the nomination. The nomination passed and Commissioner Brock was elected as Vice-Chair on a 9-0-0-2 vote. Commissioners Young, and Ennis were absent at this vote. 8. Nomination and election of Airport Advisory Commission Chair (Patrick Rose) Commissioner Brock nominated Commissioner Rose to serve as Chair; Commissioner Hendricks seconded the nomination. The nomination passed and Commissioner Rose was elected as Chair on a 9-0-0-2 vote. Commissioners Young, and Ennis were absent at this vote. 9. Authorize seven contracts for capital improvement program management services for the Department …
TO: Airport Advisory Commissioners MEMORANDUM FROM: Rajeev Thomas, Chief Financial Officer, Aviation Department DATE: May 14, 2025 SUBJECT: Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) Update March 2025 Financial Results Passenger traffic totaled 1,851,308 in March 2025, a decrease of 3.4% compared to March 2024. Average daily departures increased from 245 in March 2024 to 247 in March 2025, an increase of 2 daily departures or 0.7%. Table #1 Enplanements Landing Weights Cargo Tonnage Operating Revenue Airport OPEX Total Requirements Net Income FY 2025 March FY 2024 March Variance Fav (Unfav) FY 2025 YTD FY 2024 YTD Variance YTD Fav (Unfav) 921,044 948,445 (2.9%) 5,059,102 5,296,330 1,121,449,415 1,124,486,255 (0.3%) 6,279,504,470 6,661,143,022 12,626 12,543 0.7% 70,271 73,829 (4.5%) (5.7%) (4.8%) $30,049,942 $27,111,403 $2,938,539 $169,003,040 $153,430,774 $15,572,266 $12,887,041 $14,948,323 $2,061,282 $81,790,100 $74,925,904 ($6,864,195) $21,718,371 $21,879,848 $161,477 $132,116,695 $115,797,899 ($16,318,797) $8,331,571 $5,231,555 $3,100,016 $36,886,345 $37,632,876 ($746,531) Table #1 illustrates March 2025’s enplanements totaled 921,044, a decrease of 2.9% compared to March 2024. Landing weights totaled 1.1 billion pounds in March 2025 representing a decrease of 0.3% compared to March 2024. Cargo volume totaled 12,626 tons in March 2025, an increase of 0.7% compared to March 2024. March 2025 cargo volume is elevated due to MotoGP related cargo. In 2025 the race was held at the end of March compared to mid-April in 2024. March 2025 operating revenue totaled $30.0M, an increase of 10.8% or $2.9M compared to March 2024. The increase in operating revenue primarily results from updated airline rates and charges in FY2025. March 2025 operating revenue is composed of 49.2% airline revenue, 49.4% non-airline revenue, and 1.4% interest income. Airport operating expenses totaled $12.9M for the month, a decrease of 13.8% or $2.1M compared to March 2024. Note that March 2024 included three pay periods compared to two pay periods in March 2025, which drove elevated personnel expense in the prior year. Fiscal year-to-date airport operating expenses are 9.2% higher compared to same period in FY 2024, both of which includes one 3 pay period month. AUS reported a $8.3M surplus in March 2025, an increase of $3.1M compared to March 2024. Fiscal Year 2025 Financial Results FY2025 Year to Date (YTD) Operating Revenue totals $169.0M compared to $153.4M in FY2024, a 10.1% increase. Airport Operating Expenses totaled $81.8M YTD in FY2025 compared to $74.9M in FY2024, a 9.2% increase. Net income totals $36.9M YTD in FY2025 compared to $37.6M in FY2024, a 2.0% …
May 2025 Air Service Snapshot AUS quarterly seat comparisons, Q2 2025 and Q3 2025 compared to 2019 (pre-Covid) in left chart, and compared to year over year (YOY) 2024 in right chart: Source: Cirium schedule data. Highlights of recent air service announcements/developments include: • Aeromexico reverted back to 1x B737 for Aug 18 ‘25 – Dec 17 ’25 as opposed to 2x E190; this is only a 16% capacity reduction and due to downturn in U.S. demand • Air Canada will serve YUL May 2 – Oct. 24 ’25 and YVR May 1 – Oct. 25 ’25; YVR will return at 4/wk and increase to 5/wk for June – September ‘25; extended YUL 3/Wk for Oct 25 ’25 – Mar 27 ‘ 26 (now loaded year-round) • Allegiant closed its AUS crew base on January 7 ‘25 so service is permanently cancelled to BZN, FSD, SDF & SNA; extended schedules for Feb 12 – May 13 ’25 and will serve 6 markets: AVL CVG DSM GRR PVU & TYS; extended schedules for May 14 – Sept. 2 ’25 and will serve 12 markets: AVL CVG DSM GRR IAD IND LAS PIT PVU SFB SRQ & TYS; extended schedules for Sept. 3 – Nov. 18 ’25 and will serve 6 markets: AVL CVG DSM GRR PVU TYS • American summary of 2024/2025 service changes: o Discontinued ABQ, BNA, BOS, BZN, CVG, CZM, EGE, ELP, IAD, IND, JAX, LAS, LIR, MBJ, MCI, MCO, MEM, MSY, NAS, OKC, PUJ, PSP, PVR, RDU, RNO, RSW, SMF, SNA, TPA, TUL & VPS o AA will serve 13 markets from AUS in Q2 2025 with 20% reduction in seat capacity YOY o Added SDF flights on May 1 and 4 ’25 for Kentucky Derby • British Airways downgauged LHR #1 from A350-1000 (331 seats) to B777-200ER (272 seats) starting Mar. 29 ‘25; added LHR #2 daily, eff. Mar. 31 ‘25 which will operate 6/Wk (all days except Sunday); second frequency in Summer 2025 (March 20-Oct. 25 ‘25) will be mix of B787-8 and -9 • Copa added extra flights on March 9, 16 & 23 ’25 (Sundays) • Delta summary of service changes: o New markets: ECP (eff. Mar. 9 ’25), IND, JAX & MEM (eff. May 7 ’25), SFO & TPA (eff. June 8 ’25), CUN (eff. Dec. 20 ’25) & SJD (Dec. 20 ’25 – Jan. 5 ’26) o Added GNV for weekend of …
Journey With AUS - Airport Expansion & Development Program Active Projects Update Airport Advisory Commission May 2025 Lyn Estabrook Deputy Chief – Planning & Development Table of Contents ● Project Updates Parking and Landside: West Garage Atrium Infill Airfield Infrastructure – Midfield Taxiways Utility Infrastructure Campus-Wide Central Utility Plant Relocation Concourse B and Tunnel Arrivals and Departures Hall ○ West Infill and TSA Checkpoint 3 Expansion ○ West Gate Expansion ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ● Appendix ○ ○ ○ Project Prime Firms & RCAs Project Details Project Descriptions 2 Project Updates Program Overview Journey With AUS projects are developed through a five–phase process: West Infill & TSA Checkpoint 3 Expansion *As part of the Outbound Baggage Handling System project Latest Updates ○ Curtain wall installation near completion ○ Mechanical and electrical work continues on all levels ○ ○ Permanent power expected soon BHS floor mounted conveyor is being installed and making good progress Anticipated Timeline ○ Build: Q1 2024 – Q1 2026 Design-Build: Gensler/Whiting Turner Curtain wall installation and waterproofing 5 West Gate Expansion Latest Updates ○ Clearstory glass installation nearing completion ○ North low roof low being installed ○ Concourse level ductwork rough-ins underway ○ High roofing set in place ○ Apron level finish masonry has begun ○ Gate 24 passenger boarding bridge returned to service ○ Gate 23 passenger boarding bridge replacement in progress – Return to service expected mid-May Anticipated Timeline ○ Build: Q2 2023 – Q1 2026 Designer: Page Construction: Hensel Phelps 6 High roof decking and parapet being installed Airfield Infrastructure: Midfield Taxiways Latest Updates ○ Construction submittal review ongoing ○ Construction of new roadways, parking and utilities ongoing ○ Reopened Emma Browning Road ○ Utility removals and site cleanup ongoing ○ Completed 60% Design for Maintenance Ramp Expansion Anticipated Timeline ○ Build: Q4 2024 – Q2 2027 Designer: RS&H Construction: Austin Bridge & Road 7 Parking and Landside: Yellow Garage Latest Updates ○ Approval of Temporary Building Permit ○ Completed refeed of lighting for Lot D and Lot F ○ Continued mass excavation and installation of clean fill soil for building foundation ○ 90% Roadway drawings reviewed with comments Anticipated Timeline ○ Design: Q3 2024 – Q3 2025 ○ Build: Q1 2025 – Q1 2028 Designer: PGAL Construction: Austin Commercial 8 Design rendering. Final design specifications and features subject to change as the project progresses. Construction photo showing project progress as …
www.batxpipeline.com Presented By : Flint Hills Resources Bastrop-Austin Texas Pipeline Project Update Airport Advisory Commission - Austin, TX Wednesday, May 14th, 2025 Who We Are • Over 60 years of refining and pipeline experience • Primary supplier of jet fuel to AUS for 30+ years • Own and operate refineries in Texas and Minnesota • Operate 4,000 miles of pipelines and a distribution network of 40+ terminals in the Midwest and Texas • Supply fuel to major airports, including Austin- Bergstrom (AUS), Dallas Fort-Worth (DFW) and Minneapolis-Saint Paul (MSP). Overview Current State: AUS relies on 100+ daily truck deliveries for more than 20 million gallons of jet fuel per month, each making a 40-mile round trip to and from Bastrop. ⚬ Rising passenger volumes increase fuel demand, leading to more trucks, and increasing reliability issues. Proposed: Bastrop-Austin Texas Pipeline ⚬ 20-mile, 10" diameter pipeline from Bastrop to AUS along Highway 71 (including ~ 2.5 miles on airport property) ⚬ 24/7 monitoring and regular safety inspections ⚬ Eliminates 100+ daily truck trips, reducing congestion, and providing a safer, more reliable fuel supply. Key Benchmarks Project Introduction Community Engagement Surveying & Permitting Airport Coordination • Community Open Houses - • Surveying complete & • BATX and AUS project Bastrop, Del Valle, AUS Hilton route finalized • Media release (Oct. ’23) • Bilingual website • Bilingual informational videos • Established regular • MBE / WBE Open House • Three Airport Advisory Commission Briefings • Community meeting stakeholder briefings hosted jointly with Mayor • Established community feedback loops Pro Tem Fuentes • Two stakeholder tours of Bastrop jet storage terminal & planned pipeline route • Critical permits in process with Travis and Bastrop Counties, City of Austin, TxDOT, Texas Historical Commission, Texas Railroad Commission, and more. teams began meeting early 2024 • Pipeline route alignment selected for AUS property. • 100% final project design review underway. • License agreement draft under review. • 20.32 Total Miles • 81% TxDOT Right of Way • 12% AUS Property • 7% Private Easement Final Route • 2.5 Miles on Airport Property AUS Routing What’s Next Airport License Agreement Approvals • May 14th – Airport Advisory Commission Request for Council Action (RCA) • May 22nd – Austin City Council Meeting (RCA) Easements / Permitting Third Party Contracts Construction Outlook • Final landowner agreements • Key permits in progress: • Travis / Bastrop County Development Permits • FAA - …
City of Austin Recommendation for Action File #: 25-0742, Agenda Item #: 5/22/2025 Posting Language Authorize a contract for grease, grit, and sediment traps maintenance and repair services for the Department of Aviation with Southwaste Disposal LLC, for a term of five years in an amount not to exceed $1,100,000. Funding: $91,667 is available in the 2024-2025 Operating Budget of the Department of Aviation. Lead Department Financial Services Department. Client Department(s) Department of Aviation. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $91,667 is available in the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating Budget of the Department of Aviation. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Purchasing Language: The Financial Services Department issued an Invitation for Bids solicitation IFB 8100 SSC1026 for these services. The solicitation was issued on January 6, 2025, and closed on February 20, 2025. Of the two offers received, the recommended contractor submitted the lowest responsive offer. A complete solicitation package, including a tabulation of the bids received, is available for viewing on the City’s website. This information can currently be found at https://financeonline.austintexas.gov/afo/account_services/solicitation/solicitation_details.cfm?sid=141937. MBE/WBE: This solicitation was reviewed for subcontracting opportunities in accordance with City Code Chapter 2-9B (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). For the services required for this solicitation, there were insufficient subcontracting opportunities; therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. For More Information: Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to the Financial Services Department - Central Procurement at FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500. Respondents to the solicitation and their Agents should direct all questions to the Authorized Contact Person identified in the solicitation. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: May 14, 2025 - To be reviewed by the Airport Advisory Commission. Additional Backup Information: City of Austin Page 1 of 2 Printed on 4/14/2025 powered by Legistar™ File #: 25-0742, Agenda Item #: 5/22/2025 The purpose of this contract is to provide removal, disposal, transportation, laboratory testing, repair, and cleaning services for grease traps and grit trap sediment tanks at the Austin-Bergstrom Internation Airport. These services will prevent or eliminate the back-up of grease waste and possible accumulation of hazardous gases and are required to maintain compliance with all local, state, and federal health and safety regulations. This contract will replace the current contract which expires in June 2025. Estimates are based on historical usage. The recommended contractor is the current provider for these services. If the contract …
