To: From: Date: Subject: MEMORANDUM Alice Woods, Chair Planning Commission Members Nancy Estrada, Planner Principal, Austin Planning February 18, 2026 C14-06-0117(RCT) – 1317 and 1405 East Riverside Drive Restrictive Covenant 2008008550 Staff Postponement Request Staff requests a postponement of the above referenced case from the February 24, 2026, Planning Commission hearing to the March 24, 2026, hearing to allow time for staff to review. This restrictive covenant case is associated with rezoning case C14-2024-0147 – 1405 East Riverside Drive. 05 C14-06-0117(RCT) - 1317 and 1405 East Riverside Drive; District 91 of 1
To: From: Date: Subject: MEMORANDUM Alice Woods, Chair Planning Commission Members Nancy Estrada, Planner Principal, Austin Planning February 18, 2026 C14-72-299(RCT) – 1317 and 1405 East Riverside Drive Restrictive Covenant 4355-1773 Staff Postponement Request Staff requests a postponement of the above referenced case from the February 24, 2026, Planning Commission hearing to the March 24, 2026, hearing to allow time for staff to review. This restrictive covenant case is associated with rezoning case C14-2024-0147 – 1405 East Riverside Drive. 06 C14-72-299(RCT) - 1317 and 1405 East Riverside Drive; District 91 of 1
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REGULAR CALLED MEETING MECHANICAL AND PLUMBING BOARD Tuesday February 24, 2026 @ 9:30 AM- IN PERSON/ WEBEX PERMITTING DEVELOPMENT CENTER/ 1st FLOOR, CONF RM 1401-1402 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR AUSTIN, TEXAS Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register, contact rick.arzola@austintexas.gov Robert Thornton- Chair Stephen Cox- V. Chair; Bowie, Joseph; Butler, Robert; Cooper, Joseph; Foster, Bobbi Jo; Harris, Bill; Nichols, David; Perez, Ramon; Smith, Kyle CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMUNICATION: 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. AGENDA APPROVAL OF MINUTES- 1. Approve the Minutes from Regular Called Meeting from October 21, 2025 DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Follow up discussion with Austin Fire with roof openings concerning insect screens- Bill Harris 3. Discussion on water sizing in commercial structures using half inch and approving three-eights with Commercial plan review- Stephen Cox 4. Discussion with Austin Water with reclaim water on backflow water preventors- Stephen Cox 5. Discussion on sample well locations and grease traps in moving inlets/outlets back on the inside of the tank- Stephen Cox 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’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please call or email Rick Arola at Austin Development Services Department, at 512-974-2417 or rick.arzola@austintexas.gov, to request service or for additional information. For more information on the Mechanical and Plumbing Board, please contact Rick Arzola at 512-974-2417 and rick.arzola@austintexas.gov
REGULAR CALLED MEETING OF THE HISPANIC LATINO QUALITY OF LIFE RESOURCE ADVISORY COMMISSION TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2026, 6:00 PM CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM #1101 301 WEST 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Hispanic Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory 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 remotely, contact Christi Vitela at christi.vitela@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2792. telephone. To to speak register CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Amanda Afifi, Chair Dulce Castañeda Andrea Flores Johanna Moya Fábregas Lyssette Galvan AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Yesenia Ramos, Vice Chair Brian Peña Jesús Perales Elizabeth Morales Melissa Ruiz 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 Hispanic Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission regular meeting on January 27, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Presentation by Communities in Schools of Central Texas regarding an economic mobility study and the impact of the organization on area students’ quality of life. Presentation by Sharon Vigil, CEO, Communities in Schools of Central Texas. 3. Presentation by Mama Sana Vibrant Woman regarding FY 2026-2027 budget recommendations. Presentation by Cherelle VanBrakle, Co-Executive Director of Development, Mama Sana Vibrant Woman. 4. Presentation by the Coalition for Austin’s Arts and Spanish-Language Theatre (CAAST) (LAAP) and FY 2026-2027 budget the Latino Artist Access Program regarding recommendations. Presentation by Iván Dávila, CAAST. 5. Conduct a public input session to collect feedback on the Commission’s Fiscal Year Budget Recommendations. 6. Discussion on community input and feedback for Commission’s Fiscal Year Budget Recommendations. 7. Discussion of Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget recommendations. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 8. Approve updates to the membership of the Immigrant Working Group. 9. Approve updates to the membership of the Arts and Culture Working Group. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 10. Update on the work of the Immigrant Working Group since August 2025. 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 …
Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission January 27, 2026 HISPANIC/LATINO QUALITY OF LIFE RESOURCE ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR CALLED MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, January 27, 2026 The Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission convened in a regular called meeting on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at City Hall, 301 W 2nd St in Austin, Texas. Chair Afifi called the Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission Meeting to order at 6:02 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Amanda Afifi, Chair Yesenia Ramos, Vice Chair Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Dulce Castañeda Andrea Flores Lyssette Galvan Elizabeth Morales Jesús Perales Melissa Ruiz PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Hector Ordaz – ACME/Spanish Language APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Hispanic Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission regular meeting on December 16, 2025. The minutes from the meeting on December 16, 2025 were approved as amended below on Commissioner Galvan’s motion, Commissioner Morales’ second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Peña and Moya Fábregas were absent. The amendment was to show Commissioner Castañeda as present remotely. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Presentation by American Gateways regarding successes with the City of Austin and a request for the prioritization of immigration funding in the FY 26-27 budget. 1 Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission January 27, 2026 The presentation was made by Rebecca Lightsey, Co-Executive Director, American Gateways. 3. Conduct a public input session to collect feedback on the Commission’s Fiscal Year Budget Recommendations. Withdrawn. 4. Discussion on community input and feedback for Commission’s Fiscal Year Budget. Withdrawn. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. Approve the formation of a Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget Working Group. The motion to approve the formation of a Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget Working Group was approved on Commissioner Morales’ motion, Vice Chair Ramos’ second, on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Peña and Moya Fábregas were absent. Chair Afifi, Vice Chair Ramos, Commissioners Galvan and Morales, and Hector Ordaz, community member, were added to the working group without objection. 6. Approve an update to the membership of an Arts and Culture Working Group. The motion to approve adding Hector Ordaz and Raquel Rivera, community members, to the Arts and Culture Working Group was approved on Commissioner Castañeda’s motion, Commissioner Perales’ second, on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Peña and Moya Fábregas were absent. 7. Approve a Recommendation to Council regarding Austin Police cooperation with the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The motion to approve the recommendation was …
CIS Central Texas Services and Outcomes for Austin/Del Valle Students The Need for CIS Services • 1 in 3 children in Central Texas lives below 200% of the poverty line. • 1 in 4 children in Central Texas is food insecure. • 1 in 5 students has experienced sexual abuse or assault nationally. • 1 in 4 children nationally has experienced physical abuse by a caregiver. • 1 / 4 Americans had an alcoholic parent • 1 / 8 Americans witnessed their mother in an abusive relationship 3 How Trauma Impacts Students • Trauma changes how the brain processes information – survival mode over learning mode. • Students may struggle with memory, focus, and attention in class. • Trauma triggers can lead to fight, flight, or freeze responses, often seen as misbehavior. • Emotions live in the body – students may experience headaches, stomachaches, or restlessness. • Safety and connection are prerequisites for learning; without them, academic success is limited. • Consistent, supportive relationships are key to helping students regulate and re-engage. 4 Integrated Student Support (ISS) Model Menu of Case Management Services Enrichment: Mental & Behavioral Health: • Behavior Intervention, Skill Building Activities, Conflict Resolution, Crisis Intervention • Mentoring • Professional Mental Health Services • Safety Intervention Student /Teacher Conferences • Field Trips Summer Camps and activities • • Creative Arts/ Recreation activities • Before and after school activities • School Climate activities Case Management/ Academics & Attendance: Goal Setting & Monitoring: • Individual goal setting for academic, attendance, and behavior needs • Goal-related intervention planning with student; monitoring check-ins • Case consultation, staffing, service coordination • Tutoring and Homework Assistance Student / Teacher Conferences • • Attendance Interventions • Language Acquisition Support (Emergent Bilingual) Parent/ Family Engagement: • Home visits • Parent Conferences • Family referrals to community resources • Care Coordination & ASPIRE multi-generational learning programs Health & Human Services: • Basic Needs Assistance: (food, clothing, household, rental assistance, utilities) • Transportation assistance • Independent Living Skills Development • Agency Referrals Behavior Improvement by Targeted Need Area 7 Who We Serve in Austin 72 Schools 55 Austin ISD 13 Del Valle ISD 4 Harmony Public Schools 8 2024-25 Austin ISD Services 28,245 students received school-wide supports 5,114 students received intensive case management $433,569 direct assistance to students & families 94% of student body receive school- wide supports 81 community partnerships provided service 9 Total …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE 2026 BOND ELECTION ADVISORY TASK FORCE MONDAY, February 23, 2026, AT 2:00 P.M. AUSTIN CITY HALL, ROOM 1101 301 WEST SECOND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the 2026 Bond Election Advisory Task Force may be participating by video conference. 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 Nicole Hernandez, 512-974-7644, nicole.hernandez@austintexas.gov. CURRENT MEMBERS: Mary Hager, Chair Ana Aguirre Nicole Conley Richard DePalma Robert Fiedler Donald Jackson Garry Merritt Katrina Miller Rachel Stone David Sullivan Kaiba White CALL TO ORDER Frances Jordan, Vice Chair Tina Cannon Charles Curry JC Dwyer Jeremiah Hendricks Noelita Lugo Luke Metzger Kenneth Standley Ben Suddaby Heyden Walker AGENDA 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 2026 Bond Election Advisory Task Force Regular Called meeting on February 09, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding Initial Draft Recommendation. Presentation by Eric Bailey, Deputy Director, Marcus Hammer, Assistant Director, Austin Capital Delivery Services and Chandler Runnells, Business Process Specialist, Austin Capital Delivery Services. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 3. Approve revisions to 2026 Bond Election Advisory Task Force Work Plan. WORKING GROUP UPDATE 4. 5. Update from Stormwater Working Group regarding initial draft recommendation. Update from Affordable Housing Group regarding initial draft recommendation. 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’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please call or email Nicole Hernandez at Austin Capital Delivery Services Department, at 512-974-7644 and nicole.hernandez@austintexas.gov, to request service or for additional information. For more information on the 2026 Bond Election Advisory Task Force, please contact Nicole Hernandez at 512-974-7644 or nicole.hernandez@austintexas.gov.
2026 Bond Initial Draft Recommendation Austin Capital Delivery Services Marcus Hammer, Assistant Director Chandler Runnells, Business Process Specialist Bond Election Advisory Task Force February 23, 2026 2026 Bond Program Process ▪ Call for projects from City departments: June 2024 ▪ Departments created guiding principles, technical criteria, scoring matrix: June – Dec 2024 ▪ BEATF created: October 2024 ▪ Departments scored & prioritized projects: January – July 2025 ▪ Departments presented guiding principles, technical criteria, scoring matrix: March - July 2025 ▪ Staff provided a summary of Survey I findings: July 2025 ▪ Staff released $3.7B initial prioritized Bond project list: July 2025 ▪ Project Review Board met and scored projects and programs: October 2025 ▪ 3 BEATF-led listening sessions and summary of findings: November & December 2025 ▪ Staff released Initial Draft Bond recommendation: January 2026 ▪ 5 Open House events and Survey II released: February 2026 2 Peer City Analysis Austin 2012-2022 Bond Programs (Millions) % Propositions Propositions Transportation Parks & Recreation Watershed Public Safety Library, Museum & Cultural Arts Facilities Affordable Housing Water Quality Protection Land Health & Human Services 1,483.3 52% 226.7 112 69.1 141.4 665 102 27.1 8% 4% 2% 5% 24% 4% 1% Street and Transportation Park and Recreation Facilities Flood Protection and Storm Drainage Public Safety Facilities Library Facilities Housing & Neighborhood Infrastructure Economic Development Cultural and Performing Arts Homeless Assistance Facilities Information Technology Facilities Dallas San Antonio 2012-2029 Bond Program (Millions) 1,315.8 607.1 427.3 122.1 59.1 26.4 182.7 89.4 39 5 % Propositions 46% 21% Transportation Parks, Recreation & Open Space 15% Drainage & Flood Control 4% Public Safety Facilities 2% Library, Museum, & Cultural Arts Facilities 1% Affordable Housing 2012-2027 Bond Program (Millions) 1,254.3 546.4 436.9 127 111.4 150 % 48% 21% 17% 5% 4% 6% 6% 3% 1% 0% Total $2.83B 100% Total $2.87B 100% Total $2.63B 100% 3 Austin’s Bond History 2012-2022 Bond Program - $2.83B GO Bond $ (Millions) Propositions Transportation Affordable Housing Parks & Recreation Water Quality Protection Land Watershed Public Safety Library, Museum & Cultural Arts Facilities Health & Human Services 1,483.3 665 226.7 102 112 69.1 141.4 27.1 % 52% 24% 8% 4% 4% 2% 5% 1% Total $2.83B 100% 4 2023-25 Bond Election Data November 2025, Municipal Bond Elections Summary Elections Total Propositions Bonds Carried % Passed 27 $834M $243M 29.16% November 2024, Municipal Bond Elections Summary Elections Total Propositions Bonds Carried % Passed 9 …
BEATF WORK PLAN [February 2026 – May 2026] February 2026 • 2.23.26 BEATF Meeting o City Staff Presentation on Initial Recommendations o Stormwater Working Group Presentation of Initial Recommendations o Affordable Housing Working Group Presentation of Initial Recommendations March 2026 • Working Groups meeting per schedule • 3.9.26 BEATF Meeting o Discussion of Initial Working Group Recommendations o [additional agenda items] • 3.23.26 BEATF Meeting o Presentation and Discussion of Updated Working Group Recommendations o [additional agenda items] April 2026 • 4.13.26 BEATF Meeting o Discussion and possible action on BEATF Recommendations o [additional agenda items] • 4.27.26 BEATF Meeting o Discussion and possible action on BEATF Recommendations o [additional agenda items] May 2026 • 5.4.26 BEATF Meeting o Discussion and possible action on BEATF Recommendations o [additional agenda items]
2026 BEATF STORMWATER WORKGROUP INITIAL RECOMMENDATIONS FOR BOND FUNDING BEATF STORMWATER WORKGROUP MEMBERS Nicole Conley Mayor’s Office Frances Jordan District 2 Ana Aguirre District 2 Richard DePalma District 5 Robert Fielder District 6 Jeremy Hendricks District 7 Katrina Miller, District 8 WATERSHED PROTECTION DEPARTMENT MISSION STATEMENT AUSTIN WATERSHED PROTECTION PROTECTS THE LIVES, PROPERTY, AND ENVIRONMENT OF OUR COMMUNITY BY REDUCING THE IMPACTS OF FLOODING, EROSION, AND WATER POLLUTION. REVIEW PROCESS - INPUT • CITY COUNCIL • BEATF MEETINGS • PRIMARY NEEDS ASSESSMENT • STAFF RECOMMENDED PROJECTS • COMMUNITY • SURVEYS (2ND PENDING) • CITIZEN SUBMITTED PROJECTS • COMMUNITY LISTENING SESSIONS • COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSES SESSIONS (CURRENTLY ONGOING) • WORKGROUP MEETINGS – WATERSHED PROTECTION DEPARTMENT PRESENTATIONS & CITIZEN’S COMMUNICATION NEEDS ASSESSMENT FOR 2026 BOND FUNDING 08-04-2025 Project Name Project Type Dist. Estimate Requestor Scope/Description 77 Longhorn Dam Resiliency Improvements Dam Modernization 40,000,000 Austin Water The comprehensive refurbishment of critical infrastructure components at the Longhorn Dam, specifically the two bascule gates, seven flood gates, seven hoisting mechanisms with associated cables, and the dam structure itself. The primary focus of this endeavor is the meticulous removal and replacement of protective coatings on each gate. Project elements would include: coating restoration process, structural member restoration and/or replacement, repairs of seals, rollers, and cables, or associated repair or replacement, gate hoist refurbishment, overhaul of electrical components and lighting systems NEEDS ASSESSMENT FOR 2026 BOND FUNDING 78 Project Name Emma Long Alternative Water Supply Project Project Type Water Supply Dist. Estimate Requestor Scope/Description 3,600,000 Austin Water Develop an alternative potable water supply for the Emma Long Metropolitan Park. The current 50,000 gal/day package surface water treatment plant that serves the park is reaching the end of its useful life. Possible potable water supply alternatives could include rehabilitation of the existing plant, drilling a ground water well, connection to an alternative nearby public water system or other. In-house deliver, design, and construction for quick delivery of high priority asset management projects. All Multi 36,000,000 Watershed Protection Department 179 180 Resource Account - IDIQ and In-house Project Delivery Creek Flooding Mitigation - Creek Crossings Creek Flood Multi 57,475,000 Watershed Protection Department Flood control improvements to mitigate flood hazards for roadway crossings due to out of bank creek-overflows during extreme storm events. NEEDS ASSESSMENT FOR 2026 BOND FUNDING Project Name Project Type Dist. Estimate Requestor Scope/Description 181 Creek Flooding Mitigation - Structures Creek Flood Multi 421,850,000 182 Localized Drainage …
BEATF Housing Work Group Recommendation Feb. 23, 2026 The Need is Great The Need is Great Housing for Low Income Families Surveys revealed this was a high priority for Austinites and the 2026 GO Bond package. 34% of “Respondents expressed significant concern about rising rents, evictions, and displacement, as well as widespread recognition of homelessness as a critical issue. Many called for urgent and sustained investment in affordable housing, shelters, and tenant protections” “Housing and Homelessness” are top responses from surveys and open houses and remain core demands from the community City affordable housing spending is targeted to 30-50% MFI and below, including Permanent Supportive Housing Other Community Benefits Data show that that public investments in low-income housing and homeless services have societal payoffs that exceed the benefits received by the folks housed, including safer streets and reduced social service spending City affordable housing spending priorities include carbon-mitigating strategies, including targeting transit corridors and green building standards such as energy efficient units and solar or alternative energy initiatives, environmental superiority, water conservation, and climate resiliency; Housing Investments create: After-school and summer learning programs for children; Amenities, activities and support services for seniors. Job creation and growth of the local economy Reduction in public costs for services such as emergency room visits and extra counseling for students The City’s Request Homeless Strategy Office asked for $50M to replace the ARCH and a few other shelters with a new facility with many services and beds provides. Also, $15M for a Homeless Resource Center to provide case management and a range of services including directing folks to where they can get food, clothing, and shelter. For housing low-income individuals and families, the request from the Housing Department was $350M, to match the $40M to $80M spent each year over 6 years for projects such as Foundation, Habitat for Humanity, Caritas and others in creating housing units. Homes are provided either as rental housing (RHDA) or for home-ownership (OHDA). In almost all cases, the City’s contribution is a fraction of the total project cost but is required to complete the entire package. The City also has a Partnership program and a Home Repair program. Reality We recognize the constraints in the size of a 2026 (or 2028) GO bond and the many demands for transportation infrastructure, parks, …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE URBAN RENEWAL BOARD MONDAY FEBRUARY 23, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. STREET JONES BUILDING, ROOM 400A 1000 EAST 11TH ST, AUSTIN, TEXAS 78702 Some members of the Urban Renewal Board may be participating by videoconference and a quorum will be present at the location identified above. 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 Hunter Maples, (512) 974- 3120 or hunter.maples@austintexas.gov. The Urban Renewal Board reserves the right to go into closed session to discuss any of the items on this agenda as permitted by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Manuel Escobar, Chair Harrison Brown Amit Motwani Jacqueline Watson Darrell W, Pierce, Vice Chair Byron Davis Kobla Tetey AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up no later than noon the day before 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 Urban Renewal Board’s (URB’s) regular-called meeting on December 15, 2025. 1 of 2 STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff Briefing regarding City Council action related to URB recommendation 20250915-003. Presentation by Hunter Maples, Austin Housing. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Discussion related to updates on future development of Blocks 16 & 18 from Pleasant Hill Collaborative and Rally Austin, including project status and anticipated timeline (Pleasant Hill Collaborative) DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 4. Discuss, consider and approve pro forma revisions to bylaws pursuant to City Council Ordinance No. 20251120-008. EXECUTIVE SESSION 5. 6. Discuss legal matters related to the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of an interest in Blocks 16 and 18 located on East 11th Street in Austin (Private consultation with legal counsel - Section 551.071 of the Texas Government Code) Discuss real estate matters related to the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of an interest in Blocks 16 and 18 located on East 11th Street in Austin (Real Property - Section 551.072 of the Texas Government Code) FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD FEBRUARY 23, 2026 – 6:00 PM CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS, ROOM 1001 301 W. 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Parks and Recreation Board 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, click here: https://forms.office.com/g/zsh2afJDcV or call or email Tim Dombeck, (512) 974-6716, Tim.Dombeck@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Stephanie Bazan (D-5), Chair Kathryn Flowers (D-4), Vice Chair Shelby Orme (D-1) Pedro Villalobos (D-2) Nicole Merritt (D-3) Luai Abou-Emara (D-6) Diane Kearns-Osterweil (D-7) Kim Taylor (D-8) AGENDA Jennifer Franklin (D-9) Ted Eubanks (D-10) Lane Becker (Mayor) 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 Parks and Recreation Board regular meeting of February 2, 2026. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Presentation, discussion and approve letters of support for the Austin Parks and Recreation Operations and Maintenance Team crews, who work tirelessly performing routine maintenance as well as repairs and renovations throughout the Austin park system. (Sponsors: Bazan, Flowers) (APR Long Range Strategies: Operational Efficiency, Park Access for All). Presenter(s): Charles Vaclavik, Operations and Maintenance Division Manager; Joe Diaz, Facility Process Manager; Nate Thayer, Parks Grounds Manager, South District; Merrideth Jiles, Parks Grounds Manager, Citywide Services; Albert Homann, Building Services Manager; Felix Padron, Parks Grounds Manager, Austin Parks and Recreation. Page 1 of 3 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Presentation, discussion and approve a recommendation to Austin City Council to authorize a contract for a recreation management software system for Austin Parks and Recreation with the recommended vendor, RecTrac, LLC d/b./a Vermont Systems, for an initial term of two years with up to four two-year extension options in an amount not to exceed $2,000,000. (Sponsors: Bazan, Flowers) (APR Long Range Strategies: Relief from Urban Life, Park Access for All). Presenter(s): Steve Hammond, Golf Division Manager, Austin Parks and Recreation. Presentation, …
Operations and Maintenance Operations and Maintenance Austin Parks and Recreation Board | February 23, 2026 Operations and Maintenance Charles Vaclavik, Division Manager 20,790 Acres of Parkland 382 Parks Service FT’s 1,360 Acres Mowing 287 Miles of Trails Trails Grounds Maintenance 25 Recreation and Senior Centers 200 Playgrounds Facility Maintenance Playgrounds Horticulture Graffiti 2 Work Orders closed in FY25 Includes Work Orders opened via 3-1-1 and those opened by staff (i.e. routine maintenance and issues found during inspections) Mowing/ Fields Service Trails Park Maintenance Playgrounds Electric Building Maintenance Plumbing Horticulture Graffiti Abatement 3 Operations and Maintenance is… Cutting grass, line trimming, leaf blowing, trash pickup, cleaning and refreshing restrooms, cutting back vegetation, repairing and restoring court surfaces, parking lots, walking paths, creating new trails, safety inspections, lawn care, field maintenance, flower beds and landscaping, plumbing, electric, irrigation, HVAC, sign fabrication, graffiti removal, maintenance and repair for rec centers, office buildings, dog parks, playscapes, disc golf, splash pads, benches, decks, bleachers, concession stands, boat docks, drinking fountains, pedestrian bridges and more! Joe Diaz Facilities Process Manager Daily Operations Parks North, Parks South, Facilities, Citywide Services, Trails 242 Full Time Employees 25 Seasonal/Temp Employees 4 Operations and Maintenance is… Joe Diaz Facilities Process Manager Acting Parks Ground Manager, North District Mowing, Daily Service, Lakes • 48 Crew Members • 660 Mowed Acres 5 Featured Crew: North Service Crew Members Parks Developed Acres Restrooms Trash Cans Mutt Mitts 6 Operations and Maintenance is… Nate Thayer Parks Grounds Manager South District Mowing, Daily Service, Zilker Park • 51 Crew Members • 700 mowed acres 7 Featured Crew: Zilker Servicing Team Crew Members Acres to Cover Doing it all for Zilker (and beyond!): Cleaning restrooms, emptying trash, picking up litter, cleaning minor graffiti, restocking mutt-mitts, playground inspections and event coordination. Sites include: • Zilker Metro Park and Playground • Zilker Clubhouse • Barton Creek Greenbelt • Michael Butler Park • Michael Butler Shores • Vic Mathias/Auditorium Shores • Pfluger Pedestrian Bridge 8 Operations and Maintenance is… Merrideth Jiles Parks Grounds Manager Citywide Services Playgrounds, Horticulture, Graffiti Abatement • 32 Crew Members 9 Featured Crew: Playgrounds Crew Members Nature Play Sites Playgrounds Playground Maintenance Means: • Regular safety inspections • Monthly application of timber oil at Nature Play sites • Biannual changing of engineered wood fiber at all sites • Biannual power wash of all equipment • Replacement of safety mats as needed • All repairs as …
Recommendation of Vendor to Provide Recreation Software Services Parks and Recreation Board Meeting Austin Parks and Recreation | February 23, 2026 Contract Purpose To obtain a qualified and experienced vendor to provide a comprehensive Recreation Management software application with implementation services to serve a multifunctional urban Parks and Recreation Department in most aspects of its operation. The application must align with the City’s Technology Road Map, only fully cloud-hosted solutions were considered. 2 Background Austin Parks and Recreation (APR) oversees 355 parks, manages over 20,000 acres of parkland, and 107 buildings and facilities. APR utilizes the recreation management software system to manage: All program registration, Facility and campsite reservations, Equipment rentals, Golf tee time reservations, Point-of-sale purchases, Pass management, Visitor tracking, and Related services. The system processes over $29M in revenue annually. 3 Background (cont’d.) The system is also used to report performance measures data to make business planning decisions. The recreation management software system is critical for APR to: To meet service demands, Provide quality customer service, and Manage data on revenue and participant performance measures. The system manages: Customer accounts, Program/activity/class records, Participant enrollments, and Revenue data and other relevant data about APR programs and participants, which is critical for understanding the community’s needs and determining where the City’s parks programming resources are most needed. 4 RFP Process The Austin Financial Services issued a Request for Proposals solicitation (RFP 8600 GAZ3028) for a contract to provide a recreation management software system for APR. Issued September 16, 2024 Closed October 31,2024 Eight offers received A complete solicitation package, including a log of offers received, is available on the City website Austin Finance Online. 5 Vendor Evaluation An evaluation team, with expertise in recreation software, evaluated the 8 offers received and scored RecTrac, LLC d/b/a Vermont Systems as the best firm to provide the requested services based on: Product solution and approach, Prior experience and references, Price, Local business presence, and Small business presence. 6 Contract Term and Value Contract Term Length of Term Contract Authorization Initial Term Optional Extension 1 Optional Extension 2 Optional Extension 3 Optional Extension 4 2 years 2 years 2 years 2 years 2 years $324,000 $358,000 $395,000 $439,000 $484,000 Total 10 …
South Shore Planned Unit Development Amendment Austin Parks and Recreation | February 23, 2026 Development Overview Planned Use Development (PUD) approved in 2009, most regulations vested to 2009 Amendment Proposes to annex 1.4 acres into the PUD (Area 8) Existing use: Commercial Proposed use: Multifamily Max height for additional parcel:180 feet (current heigh limited to 96 feet in the Waterfront Overlay) PROJECT LOCATION 2 Development Overview Additional 1.4 acres Area 8 Original 20 acres Original 2009 PUD restricted parkland dedication(PLD) to the 2007 Ordinance. PUD does not seek Parkland Superiority. Amendment in review: • Adds a 1.4 acre tract, • Increases allowable height to 180’, • Modifies the Waterfront Overlay, and • Vests the additional acreage to 2007 Parkland Dedication Fees. 3 Amendment Details Applicant proposed PUD amendment adds a provision to vest the additional area to 2007 Parkland Dedication requirements of $650/ residential unit. 4 Parkland Dedication Requirements Original PUD area has no onsite parkland dedicated. Current parkland dedication code requires $4,676.52/ unit paid at the time of Certificate of Occupancy. Land considered for parkland dedication requirements must meet Parkland Dedication Operating Procedures standards and be within a ¼ mile service area of the site. Staff recommend bringing additional area into compliance with current parkland dedication code. 5 Parks Board Recommendation Make a recommendation to City Council regarding the Parkland Dedication Requirements for the South Shore PUD Amendment. 6 Thank you
Chapter 26 Compliance Austin Parks and Recreation | February 2026 Agenda Definitions Federal, State and Local Laws Goals and Purpose Process Process Flow Chart Roles and Responsibilities Community Engagement Review and Mitigation Calculation Land Value Facility and Amenity Value Impacts to Programming Mitigation Fund Administration Spending Criteria Throughout this presentation updates to procedures are highlighted in red 2 Definitions • Federal, State and Local Laws • Goals and Purpose Federal, State and Local Laws Law/Code Applicability Key Requirements U.S. DOT Act – Section 4(f) Transportation projects using federal funds • Analysis of alternatives • All possible planning to minimize harm • Net analysis of project impact and benefits/mitigation to select options Land and Water Conservation Fund – Section 6(f) Lands acquired or improved with LWCF Grants Federal approval required for any conversion • • Replacement land of equal value, usefulness, and location Teas Parks and Wildlife Code – Chapter 26 All municipal parkland • Analysis of alternatives • All reasonable planning to minimize harm • Public notice and public hearing Austin City Charter – Article II Powers of the Council City of Austin dedicated parkland • Council cannot sell, lease, convey, or alienate parkland • Requires voter approval for conversion of parkland 4 Goals and Purpose Protect Parkland Ensuring that use of parkland is a last resort and only when there is no feasible alternative Minimize Harm Collaborating with requesting departments to include all planning to minimize harm to parkland Ensure Transparency Allow for meaningful public participation Maintain Parkland Value Maintain the recreational and community value of parkland through appropriate mitigation measures Support Public Needs Balance the protection of parks with the need for critical infrastructure projects benefitting the community 5 Process • Change of Use Process • Roles and Responsibilities • Community Engagement Change of Use Process City-Sponsored Project External Project • City retains ownership of • Must be government agency parkland • Internal Change of Use Process • Must comply with State and Federal Regulations • Internal Change of Use Process through Parks and Recreation Board and City Council (State, County, School District, etc.) • Must comply with State and Federal Regulations • Condemnation process required for conveyance of parkland. 7 Permanent and Temporary Use of over 6 mo. Temporary use under 6 mo. …
South 1st Street Reclaimed Water Main Parks and Recreation Board Chris Irwin Capital Delivery Services Monday, February 23, 2026 Agenda Project Summary Background Route Evaluation Chapter 26 Minimize Impacts Timeline 2 Project Summary The project consists of 5,500 linear feet of reclaimed water main Approximately 1,550 linear feet of 30-in HDPE pipe installed using conventional open trench The remaining 30-in HDPE installed using Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) Project drivers: increase redundancy and reliability extend service area offset drinking water use 3 Background Completing the Core 5 projects to connect SAR and Walnut Creek WWTPs Connect north and south systems Provide redundancy and reliability Expand the reclaimed water system Allows more users and developments to use reclaimed water in the future, which will reduce potable water usage 4 Route Evaluation Best route and method based on the following constraints and considerations: Not allowed to attach pipe to bridge Proposed and existing reclaimed lines on W Riverside - Proposed reclaimed line @ Newton and W Monroe - Limit impacts to traffic in area HDD Segment 2 HDD Segment 1 5 Site Evaluation With the route selected, options for permanent easement are limited due to the following constraints: Radius of HDD pipe crossing under creek Proposed and existing reclaimed lines on W Riverside - Pipe will be installed in existing South 1st Street Right of Way 6 Easement Evaluation – Option A Temporary easement required for both options Decreases road damage and closures Limits access disruption for Long and Palmer Events Center Creates a safer work environment for contractor and public 7 Easement Evaluation – Option B Temporary Easement required for both options Multiple, significant road closures Disruption to access for Long and Palmer Events Center/Parking HDD work in Right of Way adding risk for contractor and public 8 Chapter 26 State Law PARKS AND WILDLIFE CODE CHAPTER 26. PROTECTION OF PUBLIC PARKS AND RECREATIONAL LANDS Sec. 26.001. PROTECTED LAND; NOTICE OF TAKING. (a) A department, agency, political subdivision, county, or municipality of this state may not approve any program or project that requires the use or taking of any public land designated and used prior to the arrangement of the program or project as a park, recreation area, …
Circuit of the Americas Planned Unit Development (PUD) Amendment #3 Austin Parks and Recreation | Scott Grantham | February 23, 2026 Background PUD approved in 2020, with Parkland superiority. PUD amendment zoning case (amendment #3) currently in review. PUDs are evaluated for superiority to existing City requirements. Parks and Recreation Board (PARB) will make a recommendation to Council. K COTA PUD 2 2 Background Staff finding is that current proposal removes parkland superiority. Applicant has stated they are OK moving forward without parkland superiority. Current proposal still includes some parkland language. K COTA PUD 3 3 Original COTA PUD and Parkland Original Development Plan: Racetrack, Amphitheater, Retail, Condos, Hotel Park Plan: Construct park with amenities, dedicate to the City of Austin, triggered by first residential or hotel site plan Location: “Area 8” Northeast of the existing racetrack and amphitheater, off Kellam Road, north of Elroy Road, accessible via driveway (Public Access Easement) Park (original proposal) Amphitheater Racetrack 4 Original COTA PUD and Parkland • Dedication of Parkland • 11.38 acres • Recordation of 30’ Public Access Easement • Construction of 2 Soccer Fields, and Parking Lot, etc. (next slide) • Calculation in 2020 showed superiority. Entrance Sign Access Drive 2 Soccer Fields CEF – Old Stock Tank Parking Lot 5 Original COTA PUD and Parkland Two soccer fields (330’ x 220’ each). Irrigation system for soccer fields. Parking lot (50 spaces). 26’ driveway (within 30’ Public Access Easement) to Kellam Road; sign at entrance. Drainage and water quality facilities (for park). Trigger - Constructed and dedicated prior to first Certificate of Occupancy for any site plan with Residential or Hotel. Maintenance – To be maintained by City of Austin. 7 6 6 Amended COTA PUD and Parkland Creates options for applicant: 1. Offsite land dedication: 14+ acres within 3 miles of COTA unless approved by APR Director Land approved by APR Director In Full Purpose Jurisdiction or directly adjacent Land dedication receives commensurate credit (towards units) Soccer amenities - receives commensurate credit 2. Fee in Lieu Trigger – Park should be finished and dedicated OR fee in lieu paid by first Certificate of Occupancy for Hotel or Residential. 7 Original PUD Proposed Amendment 2 options, applicant’s choice, with APR Director approval: 1. Offsite land dedication Land Dedication 11.38 acres in Area …
Briefing Item on WWL Relocation at Festival Beach Austin Water and Austin Parks and Recreation |February 2026 Agenda Introductions Impact of TxDOT's IH-35 Expansion Project Overview of the Chapter 26 Process Efforts to Collaborate and Minimize Impacts Current Status and Next Steps 2 IH-35 CapEx Project Impact to Austin Water Infrastructure • Purpose of Relocation • Festival Beach Food Forest Partner Alternative Alignment IH-35 Project Overview TxDOT’s IH-35 CapEx expansion is comprised of three main sections (North, Central, and South), spanning approximately 26 miles Estimated total construction cost is $5.6 Billion. TxDOT contractor started overall construction on IH-35 CapEx in May 2025. Presented by AW 4 IH-35 Project Overview - Relocations Approximate Total AW Pipeline Relocations constructed by TxDOT contractor. Water Relocations – 130,000 linear-feet South → North Wastewater Relocations – 35,000 linear feet South → North Presented by AW 5 IH-35 Project Overview – Festival Beach Presented by AW 6 Alternatives Considered • Traditional trenchless crossing of IH 35 from the west side of IH 35 to the east. • Extending the relocation from the west side of IH 35 to the east to eliminate this portion of the WWL via a deep tunnel. • The recently presented community preferred alternative was evaluated earlier in the project and not selected due to elevation/depth considerations. Presented by AW 7 Factors Forcing AW’s Relocation at FBFF Future Project Current Project TxDOT will lower main lanes of I-35 between Holly St & Airport Blvd Depression of I-35 forces abandonment of wastewater infrastructure crossing the highway, to be replaced by one 72-inch tunnel TxDOT will lower Waller Street Depression of Waller Street forces abandonment of 48-inch wastewater line adjacent to Food Forest Dominant Limitation - Tight slope constraints to reconnect wastewater line downstream and continue gravity flow. Length must be minimized. Downtown Wastewater Tunnel AW 8 Timeline TxDOT IH 35 FB Food Forest 2020-21 Preliminary Engineering 2021-22 Route Analysis 2022-23 Detailed Design Council Approves Expanding the Food Forest (July 29) 2023 Council Approves TxDOT Advanced Funding Agreement (Oct. 19) 2024 Chapter 26 Presentation to Parks Board (Nov. 25) 2025 Council Approval of Chapter 26 (Jan. 30) PARKnerships takes over coordination of PIMA Partner Agreement Executed (July) Presented by AW 9 Overview of the Ch. 26 Initial Steps of the Ch. 26 Process and Oversights • • Park Boundary • WWL Alignment/Impact Area • Future Preventative …
AUSTIN PARKS AND RECREATION DIRECTOR’S UPDATE February 2026 Recreation Services Division Summer Camp Registration Families who pre -qualified through the APR Financial Assistance registered for camps Saturday, January 31 st through Friday, February 6th. There were 5,675 enrollments within APR & AACME summer camp programs to youth with the greatest need of care. Youth Program Scholarships Through generous donations and support from Austin Parks Foundation, APR awarded 650 Youth Scholarships. Each child received $700.00 to be used towards program registrations. Recreation Services Division Ab ilit ie s in Act io n : Co m m u n it y Pla y Held on February 4 th at Parque Zaragoza Recreation Center, Austin Police Department cadets and over 100 adults with disabilities came together for a day of recreation. Cadets also received disability awareness training to promote respectful and inclusive interactions. Adaptive Valentine’s Day Dance Party This adaptive event held on February 13, at Parque Zaragoza Recreation Center brought over 200 participants with disabilities of all ages to celebrate through dance and friendship! Community Recreation Division Delores Duffie Recreation Center Thursday, February 13th, afterschool Dance Club prepares for its Annual Black History Month Program on Friday, February 27th. Hosted by the Delores Duffie after school program participants to celebrate black history month through a showcase for parents, guardians, family and friends. – Varsity Generation Dittmar Recreation Center Programming Is growing Since December, the Varsity Generation group has seen increased participation with the introduction of new activities, including Monday Mile group walks, knitting, weekly crafts, and daily board games. Exercise classes —Fun Fitness, Chair Zumba, Zumba, and Line Dancing —now attract 45 to 50 participants each and are offered Monday through Friday from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. Natural Resources Division Summer Camp Enrollment Success • Camacho Activity Center Summer Camp: 98% Capacity • Austin Nature & Science Center : 92% of Openings Filled • Teen Programs : Over 75% Spots Filled • Overall : Highest Total Enrollment Exhibit Hall Renovation • Friends of Austin Nature & Science Center secured $50K grant from Austin Parks Foundation with work complete in February 2026. • Camacho Activity Center hosted an adaptive paddle to clean up the water way. Over 300 pounds of trash was removed from the lagoon . Aquatic Division Aquatic Maintenance Has completed several key repairs and installations across multiple facilities. At Dottie Jordan, the filter water line break was repaired. Big Stacy …
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MEETING MINUTES FEBRUARY 2, 2026 PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD SPECIAL CALLED MEETING MINUTES FEBRUARY 2, 2026 The PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD convened in a SPECIAL CALLED meeting on FEBRUARY 2, 2026 at 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive in Austin, Texas. Vice Chair Flowers called the PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD Meeting to order at 6:03 p.m. Board Members in Attendance: Ted Eubanks, Kathryn Flowers, Jennifer Franklin, Diane Kearns- Osterweil. Board Members in Attendance Remotely: Luai Abou-Emara, Lane Becker. Board Members Absent: Stephanie Bazan, Nicole Merritt, Shelby Orme, Kim Taylor, Pedro Villalobos. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Aly Tharp - Festival Beach Food Forrest Natalie Evans - Festival Beach Food Forrest Kit O'Connell - Festival Beach Food Forrest Lilian Bemporad- Festival Beach Food Forrest Emily Dryer - Festival Beach Food Forrest Allyson Evans - Festival Beach Food Forrest Shannon Boxell - Festival Beach Food Forrest Andromeda Smith - Festival Beach Food Forrest Angie Holiday - Fruitful Commons Sam Jett - Festival Beach Food Forrest APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Parks and Recreation Board regular meeting of November 24, 2025. The motion to approve the minutes of the Parks and Recreation Board regular meeting of November 24, 2025 was approved on Board Member Kearns-Osterweil’s motion, Board Franklin’s second on a 6-0 vote. Board Members Bazan, Merritt, Orme, Taylor and Villalobos absent. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Presentation, discussion and approve the Austin Parks and Recreation 2025 Annual Concession Report. Page 1 of 3 PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MEETING MINUTES FEBRUARY 2, 2026 Karen Charles, Contract Management Specialist, Austin Parks and Recreation gave a presentation and answered questions on gross sales payments, who maintains the Butler Hike and Bike Trail, and how money flows between the City and TTC via the POMA. The motion to approve the Austin Parks and Recreation 2025 Annual Concession Report failed on Board Member Franklin’s motion, Board Member Becker’s second on a 5-1 vote. Those voting aye were Vice Chair Flowers, Board Members Abou-Emara, Becker, Franklin and Kearns-Osterweil. Those voting nay were Board Member Eubanks. Board Members Bazan, Merritt, Orme, Taylor and Villalobos absent. 3. Presentation, discussion and approve a recommendation to Austin City Council to authorize the negotiation and execution of revenue legacy concession contract with Zilker Park Boat Rental to operate and maintain a watercraft concession at the Barton Creek location within Zilker Metropolitan Park. Denisha Cox, Contract Management Supervisor, Austin Parks …
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD RECOMMENDATION 20260223-3 Date: February 23, 2026 Subject: Recreation Management Software Contract Motioned By: Ted Eubanks Seconded By: Diane Kearns-Osterweil Recommendation The Parks and Recreation Board recommends to Austin City Council to authorize a contract for a recreation management software system for Austin Parks and Recreation with the recommended vendor, RecTrac, LLC d/b./a Vermont Systems, for an initial term of two years with up to four two-year extension options in an amount not to exceed $2,000,000. Vote: The motion to approve a recommendation to Austin City Council to authorize a contract for a recreation management software system for Austin Parks and Recreation with the recommended vendor, RecTrac, LLC d/b./a Vermont Systems, for an initial term of two years with up to four two-year extension options in an amount not to exceed $2,000,000 was approved on Board Member Eubanks’ motion, Board Member Kearns-Osterweil’s second on a 9-0 vote. Board Members Becker and Flowers absent. For: Stephanie Bazan, Luai Abou-Emara, Ted Eubanks, Jennifer Franklin, Diane Keans-Osterweil, Nicole Merritt, Shelby Orme, Kim Taylor, Pedro Villalobos. Against: None. Abstain: None. Absent: Lane Becker, Kathryn Flowers. Attest: Tim Dombeck, Board and Council Liaison, Austin Parks and Recreation.
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD RECOMMENDATION 20260223-4 Date: February 23, 2026 Subject: Chapter 26 Auditorium Shores Water Line Motioned By: Pedro Villalobos Seconded By: Kim Taylor Recommendation The Parks and Recreation Board recommends to Austin City Council to approve 2,369 sq. ft. of permanent waterline use and 19,261 sq. ft. of temporary workspace on parkland located at Auditorium Shores at Town Lake Metro Park. Total Mitigation to be paid by Austin Water Utility is $504,498. Vote: The motion to approve a recommendation to Austin City Council to approve 2,369 sq. ft. of permanent waterline use and 19,261 sq. ft. of temporary workspace on parkland located at Auditorium Shores at Town Lake Metro Park, Total Mitigation to be paid by Austin Water Utility is $504,498 was approved on Board Member Villalobos’ motion, Board Member Taylor’s second on a 9-0 vote. Board Members Becker and Flowers absent. For: Stephanie Bazan, Luai Abou-Emara, Ted Eubanks, Jennifer Franklin, Diane Keans-Osterweil, Nicole Merritt, Shelby Orme, Kim Taylor, Pedro Villalobos. Against: None. Abstain: None. Absent: Lane Becker, Kathryn Flowers. Attest: Tim Dombeck, Board and Council Liaison, Austin Parks and Recreation.
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD RECOMMENDATION 20260223-5 Date: February 23, 2026 Subject: COTA PUD Amendment Motioned By: Ted Eubanks Seconded By: Diane Kearns-Osterweil Recommendation The Parks and Recreation Board recommends to Austin City Council to not approve the Circuit of the Americas Planned Unit Development Amendment. Vote: The motion to approve the recommendation to Austin City Council to not approve the Circuit of the Americas Planned Unit Development Amendment was approved on Board Member Eubanks’ motion, Board Member Kearns-Osterweil’s second on an 8-1 vote. Those voting aye were Chair Bazan, Board Members Abou-Emara, Eubanks, Franklin, Kearns-Osterweil, Merritt, Orme and Taylor. Those voting nay were Board Member Villalobos. Board Members Becker and Flowers absent. For: Stephanie Bazan, Luai Abou-Emara, Ted Eubanks, Jennifer Franklin, Diane Keans-Osterweil, Nicole Merritt, Shelby Orme, Kim Taylor. Against: Pedro Villalobos. Abstain: None. Absent: Lane Becker, Kathryn Flowers. Attest: Tim Dombeck, Board and Council Liaison, Austin Parks and Recreation.
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD RECOMMENDATION 20260223-6 Date: February 23, 2026 Subject: South Shore PUD Amendment Motioned By: Jennifer Franklin Seconded By: Ted Eubanks Recommendation The Parks and Recreation Board Recommends to Austin City Council to not approve the South Shore Planned Unit Development Amendment. Vote: The motion to recommend to Austin City Council to not approve the South Shore Planned Unit Development Amendment was approved on Board Member Franklin’s motion, Board Member Eubanks’ second on a 7-2 vote. Those voting aye were Board Members Abou-Emara, Eubanks, Franklin, Kearns-Osterweil, Merritt, Orme and Taylor. Those voting nay were Chair Bazan and Board Member Villalobos. Board Members Becker and Flowers absent. For: Luai Abou-Emara, Ted Eubanks, Jennifer Franklin, Diane Keans-Osterweil, Nicole Merritt, Shelby Orme, Kim Taylor. Against: Stephanie Bazan, Pedro Villalobos. Abstain: None. Absent: Lane Becker, Kathryn Flowers. Attest: Tim Dombeck, Board and Council Liaison, Austin Parks and Recreation.
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD RECOMMENDATION 20260223-5 Date: February 23, 2026 Subject: COTA PUD Amendment Motioned By: Ted Eubanks Seconded By: Diane Kearns-Osterweil Recommendation The Parks and Recreation Board recommends to Austin City Council to not approve the Circuit of the Americas Planned Unit Development Amendment. Vote: The motion to approve the recommendation to Austin City Council to not approve the Circuit of the Americas Planned Unit Development Amendment was approved on Board Member Eubanks’ motion, Board Member Kearns-Osterweil’s second on an 8-1 vote. Those voting aye were Chair Bazan, Board Members Abou-Emara, Eubanks, Franklin, Kearns-Osterweil, Merritt, Orme and Taylor. Those voting nay were Board Member Villalobos. Board Members Becker and Flowers absent. For: Stephanie Bazan, Luai Abou-Emara, Ted Eubanks, Jennifer Franklin, Diane Keans-Osterweil, Nicole Merritt, Shelby Orme, Kim Taylor. Against: Pedro Villalobos. Abstain: None. Absent: Lane Becker, Kathryn Flowers. Attest: Tim Dombeck, Board and Council Liaison, Austin Parks and Recreation.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE MUNICIPAL CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2026, AT 9:30 A.M. AUSTIN HUMAN RESOURCES, LEARNING AND RESEARCH CENTER 5202 E. BEN WHITE BLVD., SUITE 500, AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Municipal Civil Service Commission may be participating by videoconference. EXECUTIVE SESSION (No Public Discussion on These Items) The Commission will announce it will go into closed session pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, to receive advice from Legal Counsel, or to discuss matters of litigation and personnel matters as specifically listed on this agenda. If necessary, the Commission will go into closed session, as permitted by law, regarding any item on this agenda. 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 Matthew Chustz, 512-974-2859, Matthew.Chustz@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Kevin Mullen, Chair Mellissa Rogers Vacant AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Kavita Gupta, Vice Chair John Umphress The first ten (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 Municipal Civil Service Commission regular meeting on February 9, 2026. STAFF BRIEFING 2. 3. Staff briefing regarding an extension to the pilot program and temporary waiver of the Municipal Civil Service Rules, including Rule 4.03, to exempt specific Positions from Posting or application requirements, while maintaining provisions of the Competitive Process to allow conditional offers based on Merit and Fitness. Presentation by Rebecca Kennedy, Deputy Director, Austin Human Resources. Staff briefing regarding Municipal Civil Service Commissioner Appointment Process and updated term limits, and updates to the Municipal Civil Service Commission Bylaws. Presentation by Matthew Chustz, Municipal and Civil Service Manager, Austin Human Resources. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 4. 5. 6. Approve a recommendation to Council to extend the pilot program and temporary waiver of the Municipal Civil Service Rules, including Rule 4.03, to exempt specific Positions from Posting or application requirements, while maintaining provisions of the Competitive Process to allow conditional offers based on Merit and Fitness. Discussion and review of the Municipal …
MUNICIPAL CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Monday, February 9, 2026 MUNICIPAL CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MINUTES REGULAR MEETING MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2026 The Municipal Civil Service Commission convened in a regular meeting on Monday, February 9, 2026, at 5202 E. Ben White Blvd., Suite 500, Austin, TX 78741. Chair Kevin Mullen called the Municipal Civil Service Commission meeting to order at 9:57 a.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Kevin Mullen, Chair Kavita Gupta, Vice Chair John Umphress PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes from the Municipal Civil Service Commission Regular Meeting on October 27, 2025. The minutes from the Municipal Civil Service Commission regular meeting on October 27, 2025, were approved on Vice Chair Gupta’s motion, Commissioner Umphress’ second on a 3- 0 vote. HEARING 2. Conduct a hearing in open session or closed session, pursuant to 551.074 of the Texas Government Code (personal exception), on the appeal filed by Andrew Rivera regarding their Discharge from Austin Energy. The Commission considered a request from Gary Bledsoe, representative of Andrew Rivera, to reschedule the hearing on the appeal filed by Andrew Rivera regarding their Discharge from Austin Energy. Chair Mullen’s motion, Vice Chair Gupta’s second on a vote of 2-1. Those members voting aye were Chair Mullen, Vice Chair Gupta. Those voting nay were Commissioner Umphress. A hearing was conducted on the appeal filed by Andrew Rivera regarding their Discharge from Austin Energy. 3. Deliberate in open session or closed session, pursuant to 551.074 of the Texas Government Code (personnel exception), on the appeal filed by Andrew Rivera regarding their Discharge from Austin Energy. 1 MUNICIPAL CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Monday, February 9, 2026 Chair Mullen recessed the Municipal Civil Service Commission meeting to go into closed session at 6:54 p.m. The Commission deliberated in closed session on the appeal filed by Andrew Rivera regarding their Discharge from Austin Energy. Closed session ended, and Chair Mullen called the Municipal Civil Service Commission meeting back to order at 7:29 p.m. 4. Action and approval on the appeal filed by Andrew Rivera regarding their Discharge from Austin Energy. The motion to deny Andrew Rivera’s appeal and uphold the decision made by the City of Austin in the Discharge of Andrew Rivera was approved on Chair Mullen’s motion, Vice Chair Gupta’s second on a vote of 2-1. Those members voting aye were Chair Mullen, and Vice Chair Gupta. Those voting nay were …
Municipal Civil Service Municipal Civil Service Contingent Hiring Pilot Extension Contingent Hiring Pilot Extension Austin Human Resources | February 23, 2026 Purpose In October 2024, the Municipal Civil Service Commission recommended that the City Council approve a 12-month pilot to waive the posting requirement for specific positions for Citywide hiring. The City Council approved the waiver on November 21, 2024. The pilot began in January 2025 and ended December 2025. This focused on positions that require no experience or where substitution for minimum experience is allowed. Austin Human Resources is requesting an extension of the pilot through December 2026. 2 Article IX – City Charter At a minimum, the civil service rules must contain provisions governing: (1) initial appointments, promotions, and lateral transfers, all of which shall be based on merit and fitness; (2) disciplinary probation or suspension, involuntary demotion, denial of promotion, and discharge, all of which, in the case of non-probationary employees, must be for cause; (3) the establishment of probationary periods not to exceed six months for all initial appointments, during which time the appointee may be removed from the position without cause; (4) the establishment of probationary periods not to exceed three months for all promotional appointments, during which time the appointee may be removed from the position promoted to, and returned to his/her prior position, without cause; (5) procedures for reductions in force that give consideration to the affected employees' length of service and past work performance; and (6) other provisions, not inconsistent with this subsection, that may be required by the city council. 3 Pilot Guidelines were developed stating that all departments are eligible to participate in the pilot if they have titles on the approved list. The process eliminated the posting requirement for those titles. Eligible events included in the pilot: City-sponsored job fairs, University job events, Reentry-initiative programs, Community job events. City-sponsored, community, or public events where contingent offers are provided are advertised to allow current employees and temporary employees the ability to participate. 4 Pilot All candidates for vacant positions must complete an interview process where they are: Evaluated for Merit and Fitness Merit: Demonstrated education, training, experience, performance, knowledge, skills, ability, licenses, or certifications. Fitness: Physical and/or mental ability to do a job with or without accommodation. …
Min Experience Code City of Austin MCS Meeting 02.23.2026 Dept. Multi Multi Multi AE Aviation Aviation Aviation Aviation Aviation Aviation Multi ARR ARR Auditor APH Multi Multi SMBR AFM Multi Muni Court APH APH Multi Muni Court Muni Court Parks Multi Multi APH AE Multi Multi AE Multi Multi AE Multi Multi Multi APD Fleet Title Accountant I Accounting Associate I Administrative Assistant AE Utility Chemist I Airport Access Control Tech Airport Agent Airport Facility Representative Guest Services Specialist Airport Operations Communications Specialist Airport Operations Specialist Architect ARR Associate ARR Operator Trainee Auditor I Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Budget Analyst I Building & Grounds Assistant Business Development Counselor I Carpenter Cashier I Clinical Case Manager Community Health Worker I Community Worker Contract Management Specialist I Court Clerk Assistant Court Clerk Assistant, Bilingual Culture & Arts Instructor Customer Service Representative Customer Svc Assoc Disease Surveillance Specialist Distribution Electrician Helper Drainage Operations & Maintenance Assistant Electrician I EMS/ADMS SCADA Analyst I Engineering Associate A Engineering Technician A Elec Power Grid (EPG) GIS Analyst I Equipment Technician I Facility Svcs Representative Financial Analyst I Fingerprint Technician Fleet Equipment Technician I Min Education Requirement Bachelor's with major course work in a field related to the job High school or equivalent; substitutions allowed High school or equivalent; substitutions allowed Bachelor's with major course work in a field related to the job, substitutions allowed High school or equivalent Associate Degree, substitutions allowed High school or equivalent; substitutions allowed High school or equivalent High school or equivalent Bachelor's with major course work in a field related to the job, substitutions allowed Bachelor's with major course work in a field related to the job None None Bachelor's with major course work in a field related to the job High school or equivalent Bachelor's with major course work in a field related to the job None Bachelor's with major course work in a field related to the job, substitutions allowed High school or equivalent; substitutions allowed High school or equivalent Master's Degree with major course work in a field related to the job High school or equivalent High school or equivalent Bachelor's with major course work in a field related to the job, substitutions allowed High school or equivalent High school or equivalent Associate Degree, substitutions allowed High school or equivalent High school or equivalent Bachelor's with major course work in a field related to the job High school or …
Municipal Civil Service Commissioner Term Limits & Appointments Austin Human Resources | February 23, 2026 Background Article IX of the City Charter, approved by voters in November 2012, established: A Municipal Civil Service Commission to have 5 commission members Commissioners shall be appointed for a term of three years. Ordinance No. 20130214-045 established this Commission as a Chapter 2-1 City Board Designates Audit and Finance Committee to review Commissioner applications and make recommendations for appointments (§ 2-1-164) Excludes current City employees from being appointed 2 Commissioner Term Limit Update Prior to February 27, 2025, Commissioners could serve a maximum of 2 full terms (6 years), or possibly a combination of partial terms and full terms to reach the eight-year maximum set in City Code Chapter (§ 2-1-22) “A board member who has served eight years on the same board is not eligible for reappointment to that board…” Council passed Ordinance No. 20250227-004 amending City Code Chapter 2-1 (City Boards) to clarify certain provisions. Certain boards and commissions have members who serve two-year or three-year terms, as provided by this chapter, city code, or state or federal law. a board member may serve no longer than four consecutive two-year terms or three consecutive three-year terms on the same board. 3 MCS Commission Appointment(s) Three appointments in 2026 Commissioner Ayo Akande resigns effective January 2, 2026. Chair Kevin Mullen’s 2nd term expires May 8, 2026 (seeking reappointment). Commissioner Melissa Rogers resigns effective June 1, 2026. 4 Commission Members & Terms Current Membership First Appointed Date(s) Reappointed Term Expires Kevin Mullen, Chair* Melissa Rogers VACANT Kavita Gupta, Vice Chair John Umphress 05/09/21 02/26/24 05/09/22 05/09/22 *Council designates the Commission Chair annually 05/09/23 05/09/24 05/09/25 05/09/25 05/08/26 05/08/27 05/08/27 05/08/28 05/08/22 5 Application Process Austin City Clerk’s Office will: Follow the standard Boards and Commissions application process Accept online applications using standard Boards and Commissions application form Accept resumes to document any additional relevant qualifications Ensure minimum qualifications identified in Charter are met Identify candidates with preferred background - experience with employment, human resources, labor relations and/or mediation Provide applications received to all Council Offices through standard process 6 Appointment Process The Council Audit and Finance Committee shall review applications received by the city clerk from persons seeking appointment as a …
