Citywide Lighting Plan Urban Transportation Commission| 4.7.26 Why are we developing a Lighting Plan? Reduce roadway fatalities and serious injuries Project sponsors Understand what role lighting can play in reducing crime or improving sense of personal safety Improve the safety and utility of urban trails and parks Improve overall nighttime quality of life and Funding urban character Protect sensitive species and reduce light pollution publicinput.com/lightingplan 2 Ongoing interdepartmental collaboration West Campus Lighting Project Mobility Bonds and Federal Grants Slaughter Lane Howard Lane Bluff Springs Road McNeil Drive Pearce Lane 13 high crash intersections Parks and Recreation e.g. park trail / trailhead lighting APD lighting priorities Great Streets Plan update West Campus Lighting Project publicinput.com/lightingplan 3 Scope of work Community engagement Existing conditions analysis Organizational and peer city review New and updated lighting design guidelines Policy recommendations Prioritization framework for new lighting Implementation plan and funding scenarios Scope includes Street and pedestrian lighting in the public right of way Trail lighting Park lighting Scope does not include Privately owned or facade lighting publicinput.com/lightingplan 4 Community and stakeholder engagement Technical Advisory Committee Community Advisory Committee DarkSky Texas, Downtown Austin Alliance, AISD, The Trail Conservancy, Bat Conservation International, SafeHorns, Safe Streets Austin, and many more Night Walk and Lighting 101 presentation Two in-person open houses Project web page Public survey (362 responses) publicinput.com/lightingplan 5 Night Walk with Advisory Committee members Survey findings n=362 Preference for natural, warm, and unobtrusive lighting Reduce light pollution / Dark Sky friendly Promote safety, but not overly bright Clear processes for requesting new lighting or removing existing lighting Latent demand for nighttime walking, biking, trail use, and transit use e.g. 26% of respondents said they would use urban trails more with improved lighting Color Temperature 1000K Candlelight 2000K Tungsten Light 3000K Household Light Bulbs 4000K Natural White 5000K Daylight 6000K Cool White 7000K Overcast 10000K Sky Blue publicinput.com/lightingplan 6 Existing conditions analysis Lighting asset inventory 65,000+ lighting assets reviewed/collected NEW: Urban trails and park lighting inventory Citywide lighting model This data enables Lighting gap analyses Prioritization of new lighting Quantification of potential energy / cost savings Assessment of crash and crime trends …
AN ALLEY RIGHT-OF- WAY VACATION APPLICATION ABUTTING 1909 COMAL STREET Urban Transportation Commission April 7, 2026 Item #5 File #2024-011813 LM District 1 Add location map here Abutting property owner: Board of Regents of the University of Texas System Add aerial picture from property profile generally outline where the vacation area is 1909 Comal Street Unpaved/ Undeveloped Right-of-Way Leona Street E MLK Blvd E 20th Street PICTURES OF PROPERTY STREET VIEW Vacation tract is approximately 0.2399 acres of land All property owners within 300 feet of the vacation area were sent public notices on January 21, 2026. No objections have been received as of the day of this presentation All affected City Departments and external stakeholders have reviewed and recommend approval of this right-of-way vacation application, subject to the conditions on the Master Comment Report submitted with this presentation. The City will retain a Public Utility Easement over the entire vacation area How do you plan to develop the area to be vacated? …will be redeveloped as Graduate Student Housing supporting the students of the University of Texas in Austin. No active site plan. I am happy to answer your questions regarding the right of way process The applicant can answer your questions regarding the abutting property and the proposed development. Thank you for your time! Christopher Bueckert, 512-974-1780 ARMBRUST & BROWN, PLLC A T T O R N E Y S A N D C O U N S E L O R S 100 CONGRESS AVENUE, SUITE 1300 AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701-2744 512-435-2300 FACSIMILE 512-435-2360 Andrew Linseisen (512) 435-2358 alinseisen@abaustin.com Mr. Joseph Fotinos Land Management Division Transportation and Public Works City of Austin 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive Austin, Texas 78752 April 9, 2024 Re: Request for Alley Vacation for property located between E. 20th Street and E. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, and between Comal and Leona Streets, Austin, Texas 78722, also known as TCAD Parcel No.’s 0211071501, 0211071502, 0211071503, 0211071504, 0211071505, 0211071506, and 0211071507 (“Tract 1”); 0211071508, 0211071509, 0211071510, 0211071511, 0211071601, 0211071512, and 0211071515 (“Tract 2”); 0211071608, 0211071602, 0211071607, 0211071603, 0211071609, 0211071610 and 0211071611 (“Tract 3”) (collectively the “Property”) Dear Mr. Fotinos: Please accept this as an amended Alley Vacation Application for the above referenced Property (the “Application”). This Application is submitted to request approval of the vacation of the alley while retaining existing easements to the City to accommodate the …
Austin Light Rail April 7, 2026 Urban Transportation Commission Austin Light Rail Phase 1 Light rail is an expandable electric train system designed for metropolitan areas, serving as an integral part of the transit network by connecting people to essential destinations where they live, work and play. ACCESS TO: 136K CURRENT JOBS 200K+ FUTURE JOBS 15 STATIONS connecting north, south and east Austin 9.8 MILES of light rail transit 29K DAILY TRIPS on an average weekday 2 Presentation Title 3 Austin Light Rail Phase 1 Austin Light Rail Timeline 4 Achieving Milestones • Advancing through the Capital Investment Grants program • Received a medium-high rating - the highest rating awarded by the Federal Transit Administration in the Fiscal Year 2026 cycle • Completed the NEPA Final Environmental Impact Statement in January 2026, the first major New Starts project to do so within the required 2-year deadline • 2026: Awarding Contracts to Build Austin Light Rail • February: ATP Board awards final design & construction contract to Austin Rail Constructors • Spring: ATP Board expected to award contract for construction of Operations & Maintenance Facility • Summer: ATP Board expected to award contract for light rail vehicles 5 Contracts to be Awarded in 2026 Civils, Rail, Stations, Systems Operations & Maintenance Facility Light Rail Vehicles • Progressive Design-Build • Progressive Design-Build • Summer 2026 Award • February 18th Board Award to Austin Rail Constructors • Phase 1: Preconstruction (continuing design and planning) • Phase 2: Construction • Q2 2026 Award • Phase 1: Preconstruction (continuing design and planning) • Phase 2: Construction • Design coordination with design-build teams • Vehicle design and manufacturing 6 What is Progressive Design-Build? A collaborative construction method where the owner works with the designer & builder from an early stage Helps identify opportunities for innovation and optimization Reduces and manages risks by having all parties at the table at an earlier stage Frequent and early collaboration enhances efficiency and timeliness of delivery 7 LRT Contractor Preconstruction Overview Pre-Construction Activities 2026 Preconstruction (1A): Design Progression & Construction Planning 2027 2028 … 2/18/2026 Board Authorization Preconstruction (1B): Final Design & Permitting Board Authorization to finish final design Construction Packages Board Authorization for Construction Packages Preconstruction (1A): Design Progression & Construction Planning • Advance design and initiate permitting • Field work and utility coordination Preconstruction (1B): Final Design & Permitting • Advance design and refine construction cost estimates to …
2025 CENTRAL TEXAS COMMUTER SURVEY 1 AUSTIN STRATEGIC MOBILITY PLAN (ASMP) 2019 2039 74% drive-alone to work/school 26% use an active/shared mode 50% drive-alone to work/school 50% use an active/shared mode 2 2025 CENTRAL TEXAS COMMUTER SURVEY • Conducted 2025 Annual Commuter Survey, supported by the ETC Institute • Surveyed 1874 residents in Travis, Hays, Williamson, Caldwell, Burnet, and Bastrop Counties o Added 3 new counties since last year o 95% confidence level o 45% work from home some of the time o 91% are currently employed full-time or part-time 3 HOW ARE WE DOING? 2025 All 6 Counties 4 WHAT’S CHANGED SINCE 2024? 2024 2025 (3-county region) 68% drive-alone to work/school 14% use an active/shared mode 68% drive-alone to work/school 16% use an active/shared mode 5 WHAT’S CHANGED SINCE 2024? Central Texas is still progressing towards its 50-50 goal. Carpooling +96% Drive-alone No change Telework -19% Rideshare +239% (0.77% -> 2.61%) Transit No change Biking -40% (3.01% -> 1.80%) 6 KEY FINDINGS 1) Continue investing in Williamson County transit services. • Williamson County transit ridership (7.68%) • Second highest after Travis County (14.48%) • Six county region avg. transit ridership (6.51%) 7 KEY FINDINGS 2) When employers subsidize active/shared modes, more people use them. • Employees with subsidies are 19% more likely to take active/shared modes • Only 8% of people have access to subsidies for active/shared modes • People w/o free parking and parking reimbursement also had high rates 8 KEY FINDINGS 3) Telework alone isn’t the answer • Teleworking decreased by 19% from 2024 to • 2025 Increase of return to office mandates and hybrid work schedules • Not available to essential workers • Average commute distance 11.59 miles 9 KEY FINDINGS 4) Hispanic participation and representation in biking (ebike/bike) has improved in 2025 • Asian (5%) and Black (6%) biking rates are low compared to representative sample 10 KEY FINDINGS 5) Higher incomes/education associated with higher active and shared mode usage • People with >$200k HHI had a high active/shared mode usage (42%) • Individuals with <$15k HHI had the second highest usage rate (39%) and a high train ridership rate • People with a graduate degree or higher also had a high usage rate (39%) • People in child-rearing years (25-44) were the least likely to use active/shared modes 11 THANK YOU! 2025 CENTRAL TEXAS COMMUTER SURVEY 12
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Urban Transportation Commission Recommendation 20260407-006: 2026 Bond Update WHEREAS, the 2026 Bond Development Initial Project Request List included 10 projects and programs from Austin Transportation & Public Works (ATPW) totaling $925,200,000; WHEREAS, the ATPW long-term Key Performance Indicator of percent of lane miles in the City’s Street Inventory in Fair to Excellent Condition has dropped from 75% in FY21 to 68.5% in FY25; WHEREAS, the City of Austin’s commitment to Vision Zero has seen early signs of success, with a slight decrease in fatalities on City-owned roadways while fatalities on state-owned roadways have sharply increased; WHEREAS, City Council Resolution No. 20240718-093 directed the City Manager to develop “a comprehensive bond package that funds and addresses climate, infrastructure, and any other public improvements for the purpose of conducting an election no later than November 2026;” DRAFT ● Expand the All Ages and Abilities Bikeways Network to 660 miles by 2033; ● Construct all 94 miles of Tier 1 Urban Trails by 2043; ● Address all Very High and High priority sidewalks and shared streets by 2033 (Approx. WHEREAS, on November 30, 2023 the City Council adopted amendments to the ASMP creating a new Bicycle, Urban Trails, and Sidewalks, Shared Streets and Crossing Plan, collectively referred to as ATX Walk-Bike-Roll, setting the following build-out goals: WHEREAS, both the Austin Strategic Mobility Plan (ASMP) & the Austin Climate Equity Plan set the goal of achieving a 50/50 mode-split goal with 50% of people walking, bicycling, taking transit, or using other non drive-alone mode to work by 2039; 340 miles of new sidewalks and 200 miles of shared streets) WHEREAS, in commenting on the Environmental Investment Plan, UTC Recommendation 20240305-006 noted that a $188.8 million investment was needed to keep the ATX Walk-Bike-Roll Buildout Plans on track through 2028; WHEREAS, funding from previous bonds allocated toward named projects, such as the Dougherty Arts Center and the various Corridors projects, has been underspent and not resulted in comparable results to programmatically defined bond funding; WHEREAS, transportation represents the largest share of Austin’s greenhouse gas emissions, and thus presents the greatest opportunity for climate investment; WHEREAS, on January 21, 2026, the Project Review Board proposed an initial draft with a $251,000,000 transportation bond (see Appendix A); WHEREAS, the Bond Election Advisory Task Force Transportation & Electrification Working Group proposed a $300,000,000 transportation and electrification bond (see Appendix A); NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that …
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Urban Transportation Commission Recommendation 20260407-006: 2026 Bond Update WHEREAS, City Council Resolution No. 20240718-093 directed the City Manager to develop “a comprehensive bond package that funds and addresses climate, infrastructure, and any other public improvements for the purpose of conducting an election no later than November 2026;” WHEREAS, the 2026 Bond Development Initial Project Request List included 10 projects and programs from Austin Transportation & Public Works (ATPW) totaling $925,200,000; WHEREAS, the City of Austin’s commitment to Vision Zero has seen early signs of success, with a slight decrease in fatalities on City-owned roadways while fatalities on state-owned roadways have sharply increased; WHEREAS, the ATPW long-term Key Performance Indicator of percent of lane miles in the City’s Street Inventory in Fair to Excellent Condition has dropped from 75% in FY21 to 68.5% in FY25; WHEREAS, both the Austin Strategic Mobility Plan (ASMP) & the Austin Climate Equity Plan set the goal of achieving a 50/50 mode-split goal with 50% of people walking, bicycling, taking transit, or using other non drive-alone mode to work by 2039; WHEREAS, on November 30, 2023 the City Council adopted amendments to the ASMP creating a new Bicycle, Urban Trails, and Sidewalks, Shared Streets and Crossing Plan, collectively referred to as ATX Walk-Bike-Roll, setting the following build-out goals: ● Expand the All Ages and Abilities Bikeways Network to 660 miles by 2033; ● Construct all 94 miles of Tier 1 Urban Trails by 2043; ● Address all Very High and High priority sidewalks and shared streets by 2033 (Approx. 340 miles of new sidewalks and 200 miles of shared streets) WHEREAS, in commenting on the Environmental Investment Plan, UTC Recommendation 20240305-006 noted that a $188.8 million investment was needed to keep the ATX Walk-Bike-Roll Buildout Plans on track through 2028; WHEREAS, funding from previous bonds allocated toward named projects, such as the Dougherty Arts Center and the various Corridors projects, has been underspent and not resulted in comparable results to programmatically defined bond funding; WHEREAS, transportation represents the largest share of Austin’s greenhouse gas emissions, and thus presents the greatest opportunity for climate investment; WHEREAS, in Recommendation 20251202-005, the Urban Transportation Commission (UTC) recommended the Bond Advisory Task Force and the Project Review Board advance a $331,200,000 transportation bond, focusing investments in safety, ATX Walk-Bike-Roll, and roadway conditions. WHEREAS, the Bond Election Advisory Task Force Transportation & Electrification Working Group proposed a $300,000,000 transportation …
REGULAR MEETING of the MBE/WBE and Small Business Enterprise Procurement Program Advisory Committee Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 5:30 pm City of Austin Permit and Development Center 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive – Room 2002 Austin, Texas 78752 Some members of this MBE/WBE Advisory Committee may be participating by videoconference. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION GUIDELINES The public will be allowed to speak at the Advisory Committee meeting remotely by phone or in-person at the address listed above. To participate remotely, speakers must register in advance with the board liaison before the registration deadline. Public Communication: General The first 10 speakers will be allowed to speak on any topic that is not posted on the agenda. The Committee Chair will call upon speakers at the beginning of the meeting. A person may not speak at general communication more often than once out of every three regularly scheduled committee meetings. Public Comment on Agenda Items Members of the public may speak on any item posted to the agenda. Speakers will be called upon when this agenda item is taken up by the Committee Chair. How to Register to Speak Remotely All speakers are required to register for remote participation. Registered speakers will be allowed 3 minutes to speak by telephone only. The deadline for registering is 12:00pm on the day before the meeting. To register to speak, email the board liaison, Nakia James at nakia.james@austintexas.gov before the deadline. Once registration closes, the board liaison will send all speakers an email to confirm registration, provide instructions on speaking at the meeting, and the number to call in on the day of the meeting. How to Sign-Up to Speak In-Person Speakers that would like to address the committee in person will be allowed to sign up until 15 minutes before the start of the meeting. Speakers will be allowed 3 minutes to speak. 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 contact Nakia James at (512) 974-9108 or nakia.james@austintexas.gov for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the MBE/WBE and Small Business Procurement Program Advisory Committee, contact Nakia James at (512) 974-9108 …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HIV PLANNING COUNCIL CARE STRATEGIES AND ENGAGEMENT COMMITTEE TUESDAY, APRIL 7TH 2026, 6:00 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: Join the meeting now 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 CARE STRATEGIES AND ENGAGEMENT COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Joe Anderson Jr., conflicted Alicia Alston Jeremy Caballero Aran Belani Kristina McRae-Thompson Marquis Goodwin, conflicted AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up no later than noon on 4/6/2026 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 Care Strategies and Community Engagement committee on March 3rd, 2026 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 DISCUSSION ITEMS 5. Discussion of directives and directive funding 6. Discussion of Integrated Plan updates DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 7. Discussion and approval of Care Strategies and Engagement Committee Chair a. Jeremy Caballero b. Kristina McRae-Thompson FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 8. Discussion of workplan calendar and social 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 Rashana Raggs at (737)-825-1684.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE AFRICAN AMERICAN RESOURCE ADVISORY COMMISSION TUESDAY, APRIL 7, 2026, AT 5:30 PM PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER ROOM 1401 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the African American 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 telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Nekaybaw Watson, 512-974-2562, nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Daryl Horton, Chair Alexandria Anderson Sophia Dozier Kyron Hayes Nelson Linder Justin Parsons Mueni Rudd Emmy Weisberg AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Dr. Chiquita Eugene, Vice Chair Roger Davis Joi Harden Antony Jackson Kenneth Loyde Antonio Ross Greg Smith 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 African American Resource Advisory Commission regular meeting on February 3, 2026. STAFF BRIEFING 2. Staff Briefing on Social Service Contract funding to inform the Commission’s prioritization efforts. Briefing by Kerri Lang, Director, and Daniel Culotta, Assistant Director, Office of Budget & Organizational Excellence. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Presentation from the Office of the County Clerk regarding election demographics information for primary elections in Austin. Presentation by Dyana Limon-Mercado, Travis County Clerk, Office of the County Clerk. 4. Discussion regarding FY 26/27 recommendations. 5. Board roles and responsibilities. 6. Discussion regarding possible bylaws changes. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 7. Approve the election of Chair 8. Approve the election of Vice Chair 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 Nekaybaw Watson at Austin City Clerk’s Office Department, at 512-974-2562 or nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov to request service or for additional information. For more information on the African American Resource Advisory Commission please contact Nekaybaw Watson at 512-974-2562 or nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov.
AFRICAN AMERICAN RESOURCE ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2026 The African American Resource Advisory Commission convened in a regular meeting on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at the Permitting and Development Center Room 1406. Chair Horton called the African American Resource Advisory Commission Meeting to order at 5:41 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Daryl Horton, Chair Dr. Chiquita Eugene, Vice Chair Alexandria Anderson Roger Davis Sophia Dozier Justin Parsons Emmy Weisberg Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Joi Harden Kyron Hayes Antony Jackson Mueni Rudd Greg Smith Commissioners Absent: Nelson Linder Kenneth Loyde Antonio Ross PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Cherelle VanBrakle – Mama Sana Vibrant Woman 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the African American Resource Advisory Commission regular meeting on January 6, 2026. The minutes from the meeting of January 6, 2026, were approved on Commissioner Parsons’ motion, Commissioner Davis’ second on a 10-0 vote. Vice Chair Eugene and Commissioner Rudd were off the dais. Commissioners Linder, Loyde, and Ross were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. 4. Presentation by American Gateways regarding successes with the City of Austin and a request for the prioritization of immigration funding in the FY26-27 budget. Presentation by Rebecca Lightsey, Co-Executive Director, American Gateways. The presentation was made by Rebecca Lightsey, Co-Executive Director, American Gateways. Presentation by Communities in School of Central Texas regarding the outcomes and data from the recent Harvard Education Redesign economic mobility study. Presentation given by Sharon Vigil, Chief Executive Officer, Communities in School of Central Texas. The presentation was made by Sharon Vigil, Chief Executive Officer, Communities in School of Central Texas. Discussion regarding updates on the progress of the Election Mobilization Project. Update was given by Vice Chair Eugene. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 5. Update from the Budget Working Group regarding their first planning meeting. Update was given by Commissioners Anderson, Dozier and Parsons. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Discussion on detention and immigration for Black Austinites Create a WG for Election Mobilization Project Update on Mission Accomplished for finding a space. Chief Davis to give an update on APD’s relationship to ICE and the African American Austinites crime rate. Full presentation from Mama Sana Vibrant Woman Presentation from Community Powered ATX to speak on immigration and ICE. The motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:22 p.m. was approved on Vice Chair Eugene’s motion, Commissioner Smith’s second without objection. 2
Social Services Framework African American Resource Advisory Commission – April 7, 2026 Kerri Lang - Director, Austin Budget & Organizational Excellence Agenda Context and Drivers Approach Input and Feedback Next Steps and Timelines Q&A and Discussion 2 Context & Drivers Background Drivers: The FY27 planned budget included $16.8M reductions across social services contract portfolio to balance Rather than making across-the-board cuts, ABOE is taking a data-driven approach to understand what we fund, how it aligns with community needs, and where efficiencies may exist What We’re Asking of the JIC: Help us understand which service areas are most critical to the communities you represent Inform the City’s prioritization process within the social services portfolio Provide feedback on our engagement strategy 4 Definitions • Social Services: Social services are coordinated programs and supports that help individuals and families meet essential needs and navigate social and economic challenges. These can include services related to education, healthcare access, workforce development, housing assistance, and income supports, and are intended to reduce disparities and promote stability and quality of life. A social service grant provides services to City residents or clients, rather than services to the City organization itself. • Social Services Contract: Pays someone to do something on behalf of the City that we would otherwise have to do; contracts are more rigorous and subject to procurement policy / contract law (Example: funding to a vendor to operate a City-owned homeless shelter) • Social Services Grant: Value-add with nonprofits, but not mandatory or obligated. Shorter terms, less formal authorization (Example: funding to a not-for-profit to provide workforce development programs directly to the community) 5 City of Austin’s Social Services Landscape Contracts and Grants Service Category Lead Department FY26 Budget Service Description Homelessness Services Homeless Strategy and Ops $34.9M Child & Youth Public Health / Econ Dev. $9.2M Basic Needs Public Health Crisis Response and Rehab Community Court and Public Health Behavioral Health Public Health Health Equity Public Health Workforce Development Economic Development Violence Prevention Public Health HIV Services Public Health Community Planning Public Health $5.8M $10.5M $4.3M $3.5M $2.7M $2.4M $580K $359K TOTAL $74.2M Emergency Shelter Ops, Marshaling Yard, Rapid Rehousing After-school (Prime Time), Early Childhood, Youth Development Food Access, Utility & Rent Assistance, Survivor Support Community Court Diversion, Homeless Case Management Mental Health and Substance Misuse Support Services prioritizing marginalized communities to …
Travis County Clerk’s Office countyclerk.traviscountytx.gov County Clerk Dyana Limon-Mercado County Clerk Stats 10 divisions 180 employees 4 offices ~800k Ballots Cast ~300k Documents Recorded ~35k Court Cases What Does the County Clerk’s Office Do? Clerk & Custodian of Records for Commissioners Court Clerk of the Civil, Probate, & Misdemeanor Courts Recorder & Custodian of Public Records Administers Elections Responsible for keeping thecourt minutes and recordsManages documents used in thecounty’s Civil, Probate, andMisdemeanor court proceedingsReal Property, DBAs, cattlebrands, marriage licensesResponsible for every part ofconducting elections in the county,except for voter registration Travis County Population Overview (2024) Population Citizen Voting Population (CVAP) Voter Registration All Travis County Black/AfAm Alone demographics-austin.hub.arcgis.com All Travis CountyBlack/ AfAm Alone0200,000400,000600,000800,0001,000,0001,200,0001,400,000CVAP70.4%Non CVAP29.6%CVAP73.6%Non CVAP26.4%RegisteredNot Registered0%20%40%60%80%100%All Travis CountyBlack/AfAm Voter Turnout (2024) Black/AfAm Alone All Travis County Voter Turnout63.4%Registered, Not Voted36.6%Voter Turnout85%Registered, Not Voted15% Voter Turnout (2022) All Travis County Black/AfAm Alone Voter Turnout52.3%Registered, Not Voted47.7%Voter Turnout65.3%Registered, Not Voted34.7% Understanding Voter Participation Data No Race-Based Voting Data Available No registration by race No turnout by race Approach Use proxy data and modeling https://voter-registration-maps-traviscountytx.hub.arcgis.com/pages/gis-maps-and-downloads Black/ AfAm Citizens Voting Age Population (CVAP) Census Tracts https://austin.maps.arcgis.com/apps/mapvi ewer/index.htmlwebmap=b709d0432ca444 e0a7ce2e1c01b15721 Black/ AfAm Citizens Voting Age Population (CVAP) Geographic Concentration Voting Precincts Connecting Geography to Voting Key Takeaways & Recommendations Invest in targeted research Pilot exit polling in high-CVAP locations Prioritize outreach in East, Northeast, and Southeast Travis County Develop partnerships with academic and community organizations Use geographic data to guide resource allocation Sources Data Sources U.S. Census Bureau, Current Population Survey (CPS), Voting and Registration Supplement Pew Research Center analysis of U.S. Census voting and turnout data 2024 Voting and Registration Data (Census Bureau) 2022 Midterm Voting and Registration Report Pew: Voter Turnout 2020 vs 2024 Analysis Pew: Key Facts About Black Eligible Voters (2024) Pew: Voting Patterns in the 2024 Election Local & Demographic Data City of Austin Demographics Portal Black or African American Population (Census Tracts Map) Black or African American Citizen Voting Age Population (CVAP) Map
REGULAR CALLED MEETING OF THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION MONDAY, APRIL 6, 2026, 4:00 PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM, #1101 301 WEST 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Public Safety Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Chelsea Pfeifer at chelsea.pfeifer@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2498. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Nelly Paulina Ramírez, Chair Rebecca Bernhardt Enrique Duran II Denise L Eger Daniel Godwin Timothy Ruttan, Vice Chair Kimberly Hidrogo David Holmes Yasmine Smith Michael Sierra-Arévalo AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 5 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Public Safety Commission regular meeting on March 2, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. 4. Public Safety Quarterly Report, Austin Police. Presentation by Lee Rogers, Chief of Staff, Austin Police. Discussion of small vehicle use by public safety departments with Rick Harland, Assistant Director, Austin Fleet Mobility Services. Discussion of Austin Police operating procedures for disclosure of bodycam footage to Travis County post arrest with Austin Police, Travis County Attorney’s Office and Travis County Defender's Office. Presentation by Lee Rogers, Chief of Staff, Austin Police, Lucio del Toro, First Assistant County Attorney, Travis County Attorney’s Office, Adeola Ogunkeyede, Chief Public Defender for Travis County, Travis County Defender’s Office. WORKING GROUP UPDATE 5. Update from the Collective Sex Crime Response Model working group. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. Conduct officer elections for the Chair and Vice Chair. 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 Chelsea Pfeifer at the Austin City Clerk’s Office, at 512-974-2498 or chelsea.pfeifer@austintexas.gov …
Public Safety Commission Meeting Minutes Monday, March 2, 2026 PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION REGULAR CALLED MEETING MINUTES Monday, March 2, 2026 The Public Safety Commission convened in a regular called meeting on Monday, March 2, 2026, at Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions Room, 301 W. 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Ramírez called the Public Safety Commission Meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Nelly Paulina Ramírez, Chair Timothy Ruttan, Vice Chair Enrique Duran II Denise Eger Kimberly Hidrogo Michael Sierra-Arévalo Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Daniel Godwin Yasmine Smith PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Public Safety Commission Regular Called Meeting on February 2, 2026. The minutes from the Public Safety Commission regular meeting on February 2, 2026 were approved on Vice Chair Ruttan’s motion, Commissioner Sierra-Arévalo’s second on a 7-0 vote. Commissioner Smith was off the dais. Commissioners Bernhardt and Holmes were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Public Safety Quarterly Report, Austin/Travis County Emergency Medical Services. Presentation by Wesley Hopkins, Chief of Staff, Austin/Travis County Emergency Medical Services. 1 Public Safety Commission Meeting Minutes Monday, March 2, 2026 3. 4. The presentation was made by Wesley Hopkins, Chief of Staff, Austin/Travis County Emergency Medical Services. Discussion regarding the mental health first response system with Austin/Travis County Emergency Medical Services and Integral Care. The presentation was made by Stephen White, Assistant Chief, Austin/Travis County Emergency Medical Services, Angela Carr, Division Chief, Austin/Travis County Emergency Medical Services, Marisa Malek, Director of Crisis Services and Justice Initiatives, Integral Care, Kedra Priest, Practice Administrator, Integral Care, Michael Chancellor, Assistant Chief, Austin Police. Discussion regarding APD 911 Emergency Communications Division budget and potential consolidation of the emergency 911 call center with input from Equity Action, United Workers of Integral Care, and VOCAL TX. The presentation was made by Aloki Shah, President, United Workers of Integral Care, Savannah Lee, Director of Policy and Operations, Equity Action, Mel LeBlanc, Austin Campaign Manager, VOCAL TX. 5. Discussion regarding community feedback at the Public Safety Commission. Discussed. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. Approve a Recommendation to Council regarding the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget. The motion to approve the Recommendation Number: 20260302- 006: Budget Recommendations for FY26–27 Budget passed on Vice Chair Ruttan’s motion, Commissioner Hidrogo’s second on a 7-0 vote. Commissioner Smith abstained. Commissioners Bernardt and Holmes were absent. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Austin City Auditor’s Office Updates on Audits pertaining …
APD Quarterly Update to PSC Austin Police | April 6, 2026 Crimes Against Persons by Offense Type September - February Source: Versadex 2 Crimes Against Property/Society by Offense Type September - February Source: Versadex 3 APD SXSW Enforcement Highlights APD Organized Crime Division and Metro Tac Unit jointly operated to prevent violent crime through proactive citywide enforcement Austin experienced no major shooting incidents or homicides during SXSW Investigators made multiple seizures of cocaine (~1oz), methamphetamine (~2oz), fentanyl (~8g), and marijuana/THC (~545lbs) Citywide patrol deployments on major roadways to identify and arrest intoxicated drivers 76 DWI arrests from March 12- March 18 Total Arrests Felony Charges Misdemeanor Charges Seized Firearms Contacts 81 100 16 14 >400 4 SXSW APD Human Trafficking Enforcement APD Human Trafficking Unit conducted proactive enforcement utilizing a victim centered approach with the coordination of APD Victim Services APD initiated 306 total contacts during the operation 286 individuals soliciting sex 20 sex workers APD operation led to the recovery of 2 trafficking victims who were referred to APD Victim Services 21 felony arrests for Solicitation of Prostitution 4 arrests for outstanding warrants 2 additional firearms seized during arrests 5 Community Engagement Highlights 6 Combined P0 & P1 Call Volume September - February Source: APD CAD 7 Combined P0 & P1 Response Time September - February Source: APD CAD 8 Staffing Levels Source: HR Vacancy Report (through 1/24/26) 9 Patrol Staffing Levels Current as of: 3/18/26 10 Police Academy Cadet Classes Cadet Class Attrition Rate Graduation Rate # Graduates/ Currently Enrolled Graduation Date 152nd 153rd 154th 155th 156th 157th 32% 52% 52% 40% 27% 11% 68% 48% 48% 60% 54 29 35 38 36 51 9/20/2024 3/7/2025 8/29/2025 12/12/2025 5/1/2026 9/18/2026 Source: Training Academy Report (3/23/26) 11 Recruiting Initiatives Increasing our social media presence and marketing • Focus on career opportunities, interviews with new officers, experiences of female officers • Multiple targeted marketing campaigns for specific groups Focus on greater engagement with military bases and colleges for recruitment • • • Creating a program to incentivize internal referrals by officers • • Increasing attending behaviors such as physical and academic preparatory sessions, ride-outs, & Academy workouts Improving content and presentation of information on our website This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY-SA-NC • Capitalizing on free and low-cost advertising utilizing city facilities, such …
Public Safety Commission Briefing Public Safety Mobility: Use of Small Vehicle Platforms April 6, 2026 Rick Harland Assistant Director Purpose & Context Purpose of Discussion • Provide an overview of how Public Safety departments utilize small vehicle platforms in specific operational environments • Clarify the role of these vehicles as supplemental tools, not replacements for primary response assets • Share how Fleet Mobility Services supports departments in evaluating appropriate vehicle use and deployment Operational Context Small vehicle platforms enhance mobility Public Safety Operating Environment in targeted environments Key Principle: Operations-first decision making Public Safety operations occur across diverse environments: Downtown / urban core Parks, trails, and open space Large-scale events and high-density areas Vehicle selection Framework: Mission requirements Access constraints Safety considerations 3 Public Safety: Specialty Vehicle Use Small vehicle platforms represent a limited Current Department Use: portion of total fleet assets APD: Bikes, UTVs, mounted patrol, and select BEVs Downtown, events (SXSW, ACL, COTA) AFD: Limited, mission-specific deployment Event / access-driven use ATCEMS: Rapid-response focused on advanced life support High density / restricted access areas 4 Small vehicle platforms are deployed based on specific operational needs and vary by department mission Operational Considerations & Constraints Where Small Vehicles Add Value Operational Limitations Best Use Cases: Constraints to Consider: High-density pedestrian environments Limited range and endurance Parks, trails, and open spaces Reduced speeds and response capability Large-scale events and crowd management Restricted capabilities (ATCEMS equipment Limited-access or restricted-access areas Small vehicle platforms are supplemental tools and are not a substitute for primary emergency response vehicles and transport limitations) Exposure to weather and environmental conditions Safety considerations in mixed traffic environments 5 Fleet Evaluation Framework Evaluation Criteria Decisions Framework Operational Alignment: Deployment Approach: Supports mission requirements and use cases Department-driven based on operational Safety & Reliability: Duty cycle, operator safety, and performance Lifecycle Costs: Acquisition, maintenance, and replacement Technology Alignment: mission requirements Fleet provides technical evaluation and lifecycle management Pilots and specialty deployments are evaluated before broader adoption No one-size-fits-all approach across Electrification where operationally viable departments Integration with City Systems Right vehicle, right mission, right environment 6 Mission-Based Deployment ATCEMS UTV APD UTV APD ATV (Parks) AFD UTV (Wildfire) High-Density Emergency Response …
REGULAR MEETING of the MUSIC COMMISSION April 6, 2026 6:30 PM CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS ROOM 1001, 301 W 2ND STREET, Austin, Texas 78701 Some members of the Music Commission may be participating virtually. 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, call or email Shelbi Mitchell, 512-974-6318, Shelbi.Mitchell@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Nagavalli Medicharla - Chair, Pedro Carvalho – Vice Chair, Joe Silva – Parliamentarian, Nelson Aguilar, Tami Blevins, Clarissa Cardenas, Clayton England, Cornice “Ray” Price Jr., Penny Jo Pullus, Celeste Quesada AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Music Commission meeting on March 2, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing on Live Music Fund collections by Kim McCarson, Program Manager, Music & Entertainment , Austin Arts, Culture, Music & Entertainment (AACME). 3. Staff briefing on FY24 Austin Live Music Fund final reports by Erica Shamaly, Division Manager, Music & Entertainment Division, AACME. 4. Staff briefing on Austin-Bergstrom Airport (AUS) live music performances/booking by Erica Shamaly, Division Manager, Music & Entertainment Division, AACME. 5. Staff briefing on AACME funding programs by Laura Odegaard, Acting Division Manager, AACME. 6. Staff briefing on AACME-Long Center contract review by Morgan Messick, Assistant Director, AACME. DISCUSSION ITEMS 7. South by Southwest 2026 update by Dev Sherlock, Director, South by Southwest (SXSW) Conference, and Brian Hobbs Vice President, SXSW Music. 8. Presentation on new local label “Native Fiction Records” and coaching services by Jane Ellen Bryant, Owner & Recording Artist. 9. Music Commission engagement with council districts led by Chair Medicharla. 10. Downtown Commission update on priorities and recent actions by Parliamentarian Silva. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 11. Music Commission Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary and Parliamentarian elections. 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. …
Hotel Occupancy Tax Collections Live Music Fund Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment April 6 , 2026 FY 26 Year-to-Date Hotel Occupancy Tax Collections – Live Music Fund February 2026 w/ Encumbrances $389,910 FY26 Year-to-Date w/ Encumbrances $2,157,000 % Change in Year–to-Date Total 8% $17,874 $312,748 $827,586 $19,399 $338,773 $854,923 $12,938 $323,076 $798,287 $5,509 $217,400 $744,461 $4,573 $472,660 $716,095 $36,835 $335,537 $782,771 $19,180 $288,001 $856,608 $5,354 $172,557 $754,925 $26,351 $1,123,522 $21,687 $16,485 $352,514 $816,197 $48,397 $316,607 $809,445 $17,407 $159,710 $696,141 FY 23 October April November May FY 24 December June January July FY 25 February August FY 26 March September $389,910 $798,245 $18,226 $179,271 $762,348 2
Music Commission Meeting Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment | April 6, 2026 FY24 Austin Live Music Fund – Current Stats ▪ 136 grant awards accepted so far out of 136 total grant awards (100%) ▪ 136 signed agreements so far out of 136 total grant agreements (100%) ▪ 136 completed Grant Agreement Orientations so far out of 136 total awardees (100%) ▪ 136 completed Financial Information Forms out of 136 forms sent so far to awardees (100%) ▪ 136 first payments paid so far out of 136 total awardees (100%) ▪ 115 second payments paid so far out of 136 total awardees (85%) ▪ 68 final payments paid so far out of 136 total awardees (50%) 2 Thank you! 3
Funding Programs Update Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment | April 6, 2026 Award Announcements! ▪ 731 Awards announced on March 16th (1,606 applications submitted) ▪ $24+ million in grant awards ($67+ million in requests) Austin Live Music Fund Creative Space Assistance Program • 399 awards • $7.14 million • 22 awards • $1.32 million Elevate • 288 awards • $12.8 million Heritage Preservation Grant • 22 awards • $3 million 2 Award Notification ▪ Notification Letter (scores, minimum score required per program) ▪ Austin Live Music Fund (Musician/Promoter at $20k)– 47 ▪ Austin Live Music Fund (Musician/Promoter at $5k)– 17 ▪ Austin Live Music Fund Live Music Venue – 64 ▪ Creative Space Assistance Program – 75 ▪ Elevate Nonprofits – 88.00 ▪ Elevate Arts Groups – 92.00 ▪ Elevate Individual Artists – 93.33 ▪ Heritage Preservation Grant: Capital Projects – 36.67 ▪ Heritage Preservation Grant: Heritage Events – 54.67 ▪ Custom Report of Scores/ Panel Comments ▪ Link to Panel Meeting Recordings (Elevate) ▪ Awardee List posted to website (+new website) 3 Total Applicant Demographics Race ▪ 952 White (41%) ▪ 433 Hispanic (19%) ▪ 361 Black (16%) ▪ 120 Asian (5%) Gender ▪ 892 Women (39%) ▪ 1126 Men (49%) ▪ 138 Nonbinary (6%) ▪ 158 Prefer not to say (7%) ▪ 19 Middle Eastern, North African, Arab (1%) ▪ 19 Native American (1%) LGBTQ: 604 (26%) ▪ Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander (0.2%) Disability Community: 289 (12%) ▪ 172 Multiracial (7%) Veteran: 45 (2%) ▪ 234 Prefer not to say/ not listed (10%) 4 Total Awardee Demographics Race ▪ 322 White (46.3%) ▪ 129 Hispanic (18.5%) ▪ 86 Black (12.4%) ▪ 43 Asian (6.2%) Gender ▪ 296 Women (42.5%) ▪ 302 Men (43.4%) ▪ 44 Nonbinary (6.3%) ▪ 54 Prefer not to say (7.8%) ▪ 9 Middle Eastern, North African, Arab (1.3%) ▪ 5 Native American (0.7%) ▪ 46 Multiracial (6.6%) LGBTQ: 185 (26.6%) Disability Community: 77 (11.1%) ▪ 56 Prefer not to say/ not listed (8%) Veteran: 7 (1%) 5 District Applicants & Awardees District # Applicants # Awardees Amount Requested Award Amount District 1 District 2 District 3 District 4 District 5 District 6 District 7 District 8 District 9 District 10 ETJ Metropolitan Statistical Area 222 136 220 104 191 66 119 84 220 107 60 140 106 $ 9,220,256 $3,814,158.00 54 $ 5,220,000 $1,236,308.00 112 $ 8,419,292 $4,083,931.00 49 $ 79 $ 19 $ …
SXSW MUSIC FESTIVAL + CITY OF AUSTIN Official Artists 332 250 Official Showcase Presenters Hasta Bajo EQ Austin All the Vibes Pearl Snap Productions LUCK Reunion Gas Station FM Traffic Music Loyalty Firm Penny Loafer PR Traffic Music Chicken Ranch House of Lepore The Breaks Auntie’s House Floppy Disko Capital View Arts Musicbox ATX Flak Records College of Hip-Hip Knowledge Keep Austin Live DAWA Armadillo World Headquarters KAZI KUTX KLKT KOOP Official Showcase Presenters 32 Local Presenters (176 Total Presenters) N High-Profile Opportunites ROLLING STONE FUTURE OF MUSIC at ACL ● Susannah Joffe STUBB’S ● Just Jim ● Calder Allen ● The Droptines ● Charley Crockett ● The Point. ● Dylan Gossett BILLBOARD STAGE at MOODY AMPHITHEATRE ● Helios LOS LOBOS UNDERPLAY at CONTINENTAL CLUB ● The Tiarras BBC INTRODUCING in AMERICA ● Grace Sorensen RADIO DAY STAGE ● The Point ● Lew Apollo ● Jillian Hudson ● Gus Baldwin & The Sketch Thank You musicfest@sxsw.com
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMISSION ON IMMIGRANT AFFAIRS MONDAY, APRIL 6, 2026, AT 6:30 PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, ROOM 1101 301 W 2nd STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Commission on Immigrant Affairs may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Nekaybaw Watson, 512-974-2562, nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS : Miriam Dorantes, Chair Adrian De La Rosa Aditi Joshi Diane Kanawati Melissa Ortega Caroline Solis AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Alondra Johnson, Vice-Chair Azeem Edwin Jeanne “Canan” Kaba Meghna Roy Yohana Saucedo 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 Commission on Immigrant Affairs special called meeting on March 20, 2026. STAFF BRIEFING 2. Staff briefing from Austin Police regarding an updated policy as it relates to immigration. Presentation given by Lee Rogers, Chief of Staff, Austin Police. 3. Staff briefing from Austin Equity and Inclusion regarding the introduction of the Acting Immigration Manager and future recruitment and updates surrounding immigrant and refugee related work. Presentation given by Shafina Khaki, Human Rights Officer, Austin Equity and Inclusion and Houmma Garba, Acting Immigration Manager, Austin Equity and Inclusion. 4. Staff briefing regarding updates to the Levers of Economic Mobility. Presentation by Gary Aaron, Business Process Consultant Sr., Austin Equity and Inclusion and Shivani Datar, Business Process Specialist, Austin Equity and inclusion. DISCUSSION ITEMS 5. Presentation from Academia Cuauhtli regarding a program update, information on their spring and summer programming, and shifting funding structures. Presentation by Dr. María Del Carmen Unda, Founder, Academia Cuauhtli, Dr. Angela Valenzuela, Academia Cuauhtli, and Dr. Emilio Zamora, Academia Cuauhtli. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. Approve the election of Vice Chair 7. Approve the election of Chair 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 …
COMMISSION ON IMMIGRANT AFFAIRS SPECIAL CALLED MEETING MINUTES FRIDAY, MARCH 20, 2026 The Commission on Immigrant Affairs convened in a special called meeting on Friday, March 20, 2026, at 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive in Austin, Texas. Chair Dorantes called the meeting to order at 6:34pm. Commissioners in Attendance: Miriam Dorantes, Chair Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Alondra Johnson, Vice-Chair Adrian De La Rosa Aditi Joshi Canan Kaba Melissa Ortega Meghna Roy Yohana Saucedo Commissioners Absent: Azeem Edwin Diane Kanawati Caroline Solis PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Commission on Immigrant Affairs Regular Meeting on March 2, 2026. The minutes of the March 2, 2026, regular meeting of the Commission on Immigrant Affairs were approved during the special called meeting on March 20, 2026, on Chair Dorantes’ motion, Commissioner Saucedo’s second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Edwin, Kanawati, and Solis were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Discussion and update regarding the Social Services Framework presented at the last JIC meeting. Withdrawn. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 3. Approve a Recommendation to Council to expand and strengthen prevention programs to protect housing stability. The motion to approve a recommendation to Council to expand and strengthen eviction prevention programs to protect housing stability as amended was approved on Chair Dorantes’ motion, Commissioner Saucedo’s second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Edwin, Kanawati, and Solis were absent. The motion to approve the amendment to insert “Williamson County, and other surrounding counties” after every mention of “Travis County” was approved on Commissioner Roy’s motion, Chair Dorantes’ second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Edwin, Kanawati, and Solis were absent. The motion to approve the amendment to insert “alternatives that may reduce and delay eviction where permitted, including extending applicable deadlines, prioritizing mediation, and providing enhanced notice requirements consistent with governing law and local policy,” and strike “mechanisms to extend eviction timelines, including pre- filing mediation requirements, enhanced notice periods, and eviction diversion coordination.” after, “Direct the City Manager to evaluate lawful” was approved on Commissioner Saucedo’s motion, Chair Dorantes’ second. Commissioners Edwin, Kanawati, and Solis were absent. 4. Approve a Recommendation to Council to establish a dedicated funding framework for a universal immigration representation model. The motion to approve a recommendation to Council to establish a dedicated funding framework for a universal immigration representation model was approved as amended on Chair Dorantes’ motion, Commissioner Saucedo’s second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Edwin, …
Economic Mobility Austin Equity & Inclusion Our Time Together • Economic Mobility Overview • Quality-of-Life Studies: Key Connections • Building the Economic Mobility Index • Turning the Index Into Action • Upcoming Event 2 What Drives Economic Mobility Economic mobility is shaped by our systems, policies, and investments — not just individual effort. Mobility includes building wealth and long-term stability for future generations. Education, health, housing, childcare, and strong social conditions enable families to thrive. In Austin, persistent disparities limit opportunities, but a person’s future shouldn’t be determined by their neighborhood or systemic barriers. Beyond Wages Quality of Life We Shape Systems 3 Quality-of-Life Studies: Key Connections High-Level Themes Financial Progress & Economic Outcomes • Deeply affordable housing • • Utility assistance and energy relief Job pipelines and employment access programs Quality of Life & Well-Being • Pop-up clinics in high-need areas • Culturally competent healthcare training • Inclusive planning processes for older adults Opportunities & Access Teen job search portal • • Strengthen multilingual outreach • Partnerships with schools, nonprofits, and public agencies Families, Communities, & Systems • Neighborhood safety audits • Greening and beautification initiatives • Strengthen family-support systems through childcare access and wraparound services 4 Definition Economic mobility addresses systems to improve unfair conditions that influence whether individuals, families, and communities can prosper over time and across generations. It means access to opportunities and resources needed for basic needs, financial security, and a dignified, high quality of life — regardless of race, place, gender, or ability. 5 Economic Mobility Index Human-centered, place-based tool for understanding conditions that shape residents’ ability to thrive in Austin. Visualizes neighborhood- level disparities as defined by economic mobility. Focuses on underlying conditions to guide service delivery and decision- making using data and community insights. Provides a common lens to support coordination, planning, and shared outcomes—without replacing existing tools. 6 Our Approach: Identifying Levers National Frameworks & Local Tools • Drivers of Poverty • Social Vulnerable Index • Justice 40 • Neighborhood Prosperity Dashboard etc. Hybrid Engagement Process • Quality of Life Studies • CoA Commissions • Internal & External Stakeholders • Every Texan Peer Cities Review 10 cities similar in: • State • Size • Demographics • Product CoA Levers of Economic Mobility • 3 Themes • 6 Sub-themes • 18 Levers of Economic Mobility 7 Building the Index Together Early childhood foundations shape mobility • Indicator: Enrollment in early education (public …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE ART IN PUBLIC PLACES PANEL MONDAY, APRIL 6, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. BEN WHITE OFFICES, SUITE 400 5202 EAST BEN WHITE BOULEVARD AUSTIN, TEXAS Art in Public Places Panel members may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: Art in Public Places Panel: April Virtual Meeting | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams. 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 Art in Public Places Manager Jaime Castillo at jaime.castillo@austintexas.gov or (512) 974-7852. CURRENT PANEL MEMBERS: Kristi-Anne Shaer, Chair Heidi Schmalbach, Arts Commission Liaison Bernardo Diaz Lindsey Millikan AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Andrew Danziger, Vice Chair Fatima Carbajal Camille Jobe 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 Art in Public Places Panel Regular meeting on March 2, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding Art in Public Places Program, including Conservation, Current Projects and Milestones. Presentation by Jaime Castillo, Art in Public Places Manager, Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. 4. Discussion of Arts Commission Liaison Report on Action Items from March 16, 2026, Arts Commission Meeting. Presentation by Heidi Schmalbach, Arts Commission Liaison. Discussion of the Art in Public Places Panel retreat in 2026. 5. Discussion of the AFD 54 / ATCEMS 43 Canyon Creek Art in Public Places Project Concept Design. Presentation by Rudy Herrera, Art in Public Places Artist, and Lindsay Hutchens, AIPP Coordinator, Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. 7. Approve a recommendation to Arts Commission for the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport West Gate Expansion Sculptural Seating (formerly Playscape) Art in Public Places Project Final Design. Presentation by Reinaldo Correa, Art in Public Places Artist, and Jaime Castillo, Art in Public Places Manager, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. Approve a recommendation to Arts Commission for recommended updates to the Art in Public Places Ordinance, Guidelines and Policies per City Council Resolution No. 20250306- …
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION (CDC) April 4, 2026 – 9:00 AM PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER (PDC) - ROOM 1401 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR, 78752 AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the CDC may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Miguel Lopez, (512) 975-1575, Miguel.lopez@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Noe Elias, Chair, Montopolis Nyeka Arnold, North Austin Tisha-Vonique Hood, Public Sector Raul E. Longoria, South Austin Cassandra Medrano, South Austin Tiffany Moore, Public Sector Ebonie Trice-Oliver, Colony Park Jenny E. Achilles, Vice Chair, Private Sector Taniquewa S. Brewster, Rosewood-Zaragosa Cynthia Jaso, Dove Springs Sonia Martinez, East Austin Valerie Menard, St. John’s Jo Anne Ortiz, Public Sector Lyric E. Wardlow, Public Sector AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. DISCUSSION ITEMS 1. 2. 3. Discussion of Retreat Goals and Objectives. Discussion led by Chair Noe Elias. Discussion of Agenda and Timeline for Retreat Activities. Discussion led by Miguel Lopez, Planner I, Austin Housing. Discussion and Team Building Activity. Discussion led by Chair Noe Elias. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Presentation regarding “A Brief History of Community Action”. Presentation by Angel Health. Zambarano, Manager Program Austin Public III, Discussion of the CDC’s role and purpose. Discussion led by Nefertitti Jackmon, Community Displacement Prevention Officer, Austin Housing. Presentation regarding the range of uses for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) federal funds. Presentation by Susan Watkins, Housing Division Manager, Austin Housing. Presentation regarding the “Establishment of FY 26/27 Goals for the CDC” to include top policy priorities and the process for achieving the identified priority goals. Discussion led by Dr. Marla Torrado, Housing Division Manager, Austin Housing. Presentation and activity regarding the narrowing and alignment of identified priorities. led by Dr. Marla Torrado, Housing Division Manager, Austin Housing. Activity Discussion and review of the FY 25/26 Goals. Discussion led by Chair Noe Elias. Discussion …
A “BRIEF” HISTORY OF COMMUNITY ACTION (1964 – 2026) 60th Anniversary Presented by Angel Zambrano, Austin Public Health/Neighborhood Services Unit 4.4.2026 1 Community Action Network 2 An Era of Hope, Opportunity, Change • Wednesday, August 28, 1963: During a 200,000-person civil rights rally in at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., Martin Luther King, Jr. gives his famous I Have A Dream speech. • Tuesday, September 10,1963: 20 African-American students enter public schools in the U.S. state of Alabama. • Monday, October 14, 1963: The term "Beatlemania" is coined by the British press. • November 06, 1963 : Vietnam War begins following the November 1st coup and murder of President Ngo Dinh Diem, coup leader General Duong Van Minh takes over leadership of South Vietnam. 3 An Era of Hope, Opportunity, Change • Friday, November 22, 1963: In Dallas, Texas, US President John F. Kennedy is assassinated, Texas Governor John B. Connally is seriously wounded, and US Vice- President Lyndon B. Johnson is sworn-in as the 36th President of the United States. • Tuesday, May 19, 1964: Vietnam War - The United States Air Force begins Operation Yankee Team. • Friday, May 22, 1964: U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson announces the goals of his Great Society social reforms to bring an "end to poverty and racial injustice" in America. • Friday, June12, 1964: South Africa sentences Nelson Mandela to life in prison. • Thursday, July 2, 1964: U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson signs the Civil Rights Act into law. 4 President Lyndon B. Johnson & The War on Poverty • The history of Community Action is intertwined with: ❑ The War on Poverty ❑ The Great Society ❑ The Civil Rights Act of 1964 During his 1964 State of the Union address, President Johnson announced: “This administration today, here and now, declares unconditional War on Poverty in America.” 5 The Great Society “For in your time we have the opportunity to move not only toward the rich society and the powerful society, but upward to the Great Society. The Great Society rests on abundance and liberty for all. It demands an end to poverty and racial injustice, to which we are totally committed in our time. But that is just the beginning.” ~ President Lyndon B. Johnson 6 The War on Poverty - 1964 7 Sargent Shriver, Chair, Poverty Task Force 8 Sargent Shriver and the History of the Community …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE AUSTIN TRAVIS COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1st, 2026, AT 2:30 P.M. CITY HALL, BOARD & COMMISSION ROOM, ROOM 1101 301 W. 2nd STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Austin Travis County Public Health 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 remotely, contact Daniela Romero, daniela.romero@austintexas.gov or Juanita Jackson at Juanita.jackson@austintexas.gov. telephone. To to speak register CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS OR COMMISSIONERS: Natalie Poindexter, Chair Enrique Lin Shiao, Vice Chair Jawad Ali Chris Crookham Cara Dahlhausen Jacob Whitty Martha Lujan William Rice EX-OFFICIO BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Adrienne Sturrup, Director, Austin Public Health Dr. Desmar Walkes, Austin/Travis County Public Health Authority Ana Almaguel, Division Director, Travis County Health & Human Services Perla Cavazos, Deputy Administrator, Central Health AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 5 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Public Health Commission Regular Meeting on March 4th, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Presentation by Communities In Schools of Central Texas. Presentation by Sharon Vigil, CEO. Receive updates from commissioners on assigned action items. Discuss draft recommendation “Sexual Health Funding” created by Commissioner Jacob Whitty. Discuss draft recommendation “Bridging Public Health Funding” created by Commissioner Chris Crookham. Discuss draft recommendation “Heat-Related Illness Prevention for Outdoor Workers”. Discuss commissioner terms. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 8. Conduct officer elections for the Chair and Vice Chair. 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 contact Daniela Romero at Austin Public Health, at daniela.romero@austintexas.gov, or Juanita Jackson at Juanita.jackson@austintexas.gov to request service or for additional information. For more information on …
RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Austin Travis County Public Health Commission Recommendation Number: [YYYYMMDD-XXX] (XXX is the agenda item number): Sexual Health Funding Preservation Date of Approval: Recommendation: This recommendation seeks to stabilize long-term funding sources to address sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) in the Austin/Travis County area through prevention, testing, linkage to care, treatment, retention, and supportive services. This recommendation directly addresses priorities outlined by Austin/Travis County as a Fast-Track City to end urban HIV epidemics, including goals to reach 95% of people living with HIV knowing their status, 95% are on treatment, and 95% maintain viral suppression by 2030. Description of Recommendation to Council: WHEREAS gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and HIV infections are reportable conditions to Austin Public Health (APH), WHEREAS APH provides core public health services not covered by other STI/HIV service providers, WHEREAS there is an overburdened demand for STI/HIV testing and treatment in Austin/Travis County for local service providers, WHEREAS trends for congenital syphilis cases have increased across Texas, leading to preventable infant illness and death, WHEREAS gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis co-infections are more common in people living with HIV and those at highest risk of acquiring HIV, WHEREAS STI/HIV incidence rates are consistently higher in Black and Hispanic people compared with White people, WHEREAS STI/HIV incidence rates are higher in men who have sex with men (MSM) and transgender women compared with their heterosexual and cisgender counterparts, WHEREAS HIV and syphilis rates have stabilized or declined in MSM and transgender subgroups but increased among cisgender women, WHEREAS investing in STI/HIV prevention efforts is more cost-effective than treatment, WHEREAS APH’s funding for STI/HIV programs is largely grant-reliant, and Disease Intervention Specialists (DIS)/Public Health Follow-up (PHFU) and HIV Surveillance are completely reliant on grant funding, WHEREAS federal budget negotiations demonstrate a shift in funding priorities and potential loss of STI/HIV funding, WHEREAS federal directives have threatened or already removed targeted approaches that serve people most disproportionately impacted by HIV, WHEREAS STI/HIV community partners are experiencing financial setbacks due to loss of funding and changing federal initiatives, WHEREAS vulnerable populations are at-risk for worse health outcomes with loss of funding, WHEREAS loss of grant funding for DIS/PHFU and HIV Surveillance would affect partner investigations, handling outbreaks, and community health data, WHEREAS any reduction to STI/HIV funding would negatively impact the Austin/Travis County community. Rationale: NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Austin Travis County Public Health …
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 …
WHEREAS The foundation of health in Austin and Travis County is shaped by longstanding structural conditions. Historical patterns of racial segregation, economic exclusion, and neighborhood disinvestment continue to influence present- day access to education, income, and opportunity. These inequities are especially pronounced in East Austin, where residents face compounded disadvantages, and WHEREAS the City of Austin 1928 Master Plan designated then East Avenue as the dividing racial line between East and West Austin, and WHEREAS Interestate 35 later replaced East Avenue, serving as a reinforced physical barrier between East and West Austin, and WHEREAS Interstate 35 tra(cid:431)ic and congestion have exacerbated health disparities of those living in East Austin, leading to less access to quality care and healthy foods, increased rates of chronic diseases such as diabetes and infectious disease, poor maternal health outcomes, and increased socioeconomic inequities, and WHEREAS Interstate 35 creates chronic stressors such as tra(cid:431)ic noise, heat, and pollution, leading to poor mental health and stress of those living nearby, and WHEREAS City Council has touted Cap and Stitch as a once in a generation opportunity to repair the physical divide created by Interstate 35 and assist in repairing over 100 years of segregation, and WHEREAS City Council has welcomed the creation of new public spaces for civic participation and unlocking long-term economic and community benefits, and WHEREAS Neighborhoods east of Interstate 35 tend to have a lower life expectancy compared to neighborhoods west of Interstate 35, ranging as low as 69 years old in east Austin and as high as 88 years old in west Austin, reflecting long-standing inequities in the social and economic conditions that shape health outcomes, and WHEREAS Data show that residents in historically underserved areas, particularly in East Austin, continue to experience shorter lifespans due to higher rates of chronic disease, fewer health care options, and limited access to other key resources, pointing to the urgent need for place-based investments and equity-focused public health strategies to close the life expectancy gap and improve outcomes for all residents, and WHEREAS The conditions of the neighborhoods where people live have a direct and lasting impact on health outcomes. Insecure housing, poor walkability, exposure to tra(cid:431)ic dangers, and gaps in infrastructure don’t just limit mobility, they compound stress, restrict access to services, and contribute to chronic disease, injury, and mental health challenges. These disparities reflect systemic patterns of underinvestment and exclusion, particularly in east Austin, …
