Journey With AUS - Airport Expansion & Development Program Active Projects Update Airport Advisory Commission February 2025 Lyn Estabrook Deputy Chief – Planning & Development Table of Contents ● Project Updates Cargo Development East Fuel Facility Utility Infrastructure Campus-Wide Central Utility Plant Relocation Parking and Landside: West Garage ○ ○ ○ ○ West Gate Expansion ○ ○ ○ West Infill and TSA Checkpoint 3 Expansion Airfield Infrastructure – Midfield Taxiways ○ Concourse B and Tunnel ○ Arrivals and Departures Hall ○ ● Appendix ○ ○ Project Details Project Descriptions 2 Project Updates Utility Infrastructure Campus-Wide (UICW) ● Latest Updates ○ UICW Phase A complete ○ Construction manager at risk pre- construction service Notice To Proceed in February 2025 ● Anticipated Timeline ○ Design: Q3 2024 – Q1 2026 ○ Preconstruction: Q1 2025 – Q1 2026 ○ Build: Q4 2025 – Q4 2027 4 Central Utility Plant Relocation ● Latest Updates ○ Preliminary Validation Report (PVR) due late February 2025 ● Anticipated Timeline ○ Design: Q4 2024 – Q4 2025 ○ Build: Q1 2026 – Q3 2028 5 Current Central Utility Plant Parking and Landside: West Garage Lot B ● Latest Updates ○ 90% drawings completed ○ Groundbreaking tentatively scheduled for end of February 2025 ○ Multiple sub-contractor outreach events completed. ● Anticipated Timeline ○ Design: Q3 2024 – Q3 2025 ○ Build: Q1 2025 – Q1 2028 Conceptual rendering 6 West Gate Expansion ● Latest Updates ○ Roof truss steel continues being set ○ Curtainwall steel is set for glass glazing install ○ Scaffolding in place for glazing install ○ Gate 30 passenger boarding bridge returned to ○ Gate 28 passenger boarding bridge replacement service in progress ● Anticipated Timeline ○ Build: Q2 2023 – Q1 2026 7 East façade curtainwall steel is set with scaffolding erected. Fuel Facility ● Latest Updates ○ Waiting for AOA landscaping to be fully established. Contractor has until March 2025 ○ Installation of the decorative screening fence is nearly complete ● Anticipated Timeline ○ Activate: Q2 2025 8 View of dyke area – looking north West Infill & TSA Checkpoint 3 Expansion *As part of the Outbound Baggage Handling System project ● Latest Updates ○ Large mechanical equipment has been placed ○ Hangars and supports for the mechanical and electrical continues ○ Interior framing continues ● Anticipated Timeline ○ Build: Q1 2024 – Q1 2026 9 Large Mechanical Equipment Crane Pick & Interior Framing …
AUS 2024 Special Events Response & Operations Sam Haynes AUS Deputy Chief Agenda • 2024 & Top Busiest Days Review • AUS Preparedness & Response: Overview • AUS Public Communications • Operations • Questions 2 2024: 21.76 Million Annual Passengers Second Busiest Year Ever • Average day: 27,000 – 30,000 departing travelers • Holidays & special events: 35,000 – 40,000 departing travelers • Busiest day: 44,043– Monday after F1 • 6 out of 10 top busiest days occurred in 2024 Prep for many different events throughout the year Holidays; Conferences; Sporting and music events Events can overlap: SXSW & Spring Break; Conferences and UT games 3 Top 5 Busiest Days Date People Screened by TSA Event Monday, October 21, 2024 Monday, October 23, 2023 Monday, October 24, 2022 Thursday, April 11, 2024 Sunday, October 20, 2024 44,043 43,243 42,241 39,967 39,380 Monday after F1 race Monday after F1 race Monday after F1 race Thursday after total solar eclipse Sunday F1 race day 4 AUS Preparedness, Response • Airport stakeholder coordination • Federal partners (TSA, FAA, and CBP) • Airlines • Concessions and other business partners • Department Operations Center • AUS Event Response Teams • Frontline staff + administrative and support staff • Finance; HR; Community Affairs; Planning & Development and more • Assigned to roles to support customers, wayfinding and crowd control 5 AUS Preparedness, Response AUS Event Response Team 2024 Activations March April May June + July Aug. + Sept. October Nov. + Dec. March Madness = 4 weeks in a row, 5 days a week Country Music Awards Moto GP UT Graduation Independence Day End of Summer GT World Challenge CrowdStrike global outage Total Solar Eclipse Summer Break Memorial Day ACL Week 1 Thanksgiving ACL Week 2 Formula 1 and UT + Georgia game Dec. 6 – One- off day of high passenger volumes Christmas 6 Labor Day UT + ULM game UT + Mississippi game 7 AUS Public Communication Proactive, Comprehensive Comms • Leverage paid, owned and earned media • Hotel + lodging partner tool kit • Press release & media alerts to busy days • Interviews leading up to and during busy days • Social media & website content regularly updated • F1 2024: Partnership with COTA to run ads during the races; Partnerships with UT and Georgia; Paid aerial ads 8 Questions? Visit FlyAustin.com for the latest AUS news & info 9
City of Austin Recommendation for Action File #: 25-0229, Agenda Item #: 3/6/2025 Posting Language Approve an ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Aviation Department Airport Subordinate Obligation Fund Budget (Ordinance No. 20240814-007) to increase transfers in by $1,500,000 and increase appropriations by $1,500,000 for interest payments and other costs associated with the anticipated draws on the Airport System Subordinate Lien Revolving Revenue Note Program. Funding: $1,500,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Aviation Department Operating Fund. Lead Department Aviation Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $1,500,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Aviation Department Operating Fund. A fiscal note is attached. For More Information: Ghizlane Badawi, Aviation, Chief Executive Officer, 512-530-8846; Rajeev Thomas, Aviation, Chief Financial Officer, 512-530-2463 Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: To be reviewed by the Airport Advisory Commission - February 12, 2025 Additional Backup Information: The Note Program is created to provide short-term financing to fund the Aviation Department’s Airport Expansion and Development Program (AEDP). The Note Program allows the City to issue short term notes for qualifying capital projects at the Airport, minimizing borrowing costs and providing greater flexibility to manage Airport’s cash needs. This budget amendment is to accommodate the interest payments and any unused balance fees associated with the anticipated draws on the Airport System Subordinate Lien Revolving Revenue Note Program within the Airport Subordinate Obligation Fund. The Airport System Subordinate Lien Revolving Revenue Note Program was established with Ordinance No. 20250130-013, approved on consent by City Council on January 30, 2025. The Airport anticipates executing on the Note Program in Fiscal Year 2024-2025 based on expenditures in the AEDP capital projects. The Airport Operating Fund has appropriated budget in Fiscal Year 2024-2025 for the cost of issuance, interest payments, and other associated fees. Ordinance No. 20250130-013 declares any Program Notes and the Note Program Costs to be Subordinate Obligations under the Revenue Bond Ordinances and, in accordance with Article 6 in the Ordinance, on a monthly basis the Airport will transfer funds from the Airport Operating Fund to the Airport Subordinate Obligation Fund in an amount sufficient to cover anticipated interest payments and any unused balance fees. City of Austin Page 1 of 1 Printed on 2/5/2025 powered by Legistar™
City of Austin Recommendation for Action File #: 25-0242, Agenda Item #: 3/6/2025(cid:4) Posting Language Authorize a contract for asphalt parking lot and roads construction, rehabilitation and repair at Austin- Bergstrom International Airport for Capital Delivery Services with Alpha Paving Industries LLC, for an initial term of two-years with up to three one-year extension options in the amount of $24,000,000. Funding: $18,900,000 is available in the Department of Aviation’s Capital Budget. Funding for the remaining optional contract terms is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Lead Department Financial Services Department. Managing Department(s) Capital Delivery Services. Amount and Source of Funding Funding in the amount of $18,900,000 is available in the Capital Budget of the Department of Aviation. Funding for the remaining optional contract terms is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Purchasing Language: The Financial Services Department issued an Invitation for Bids solicitation IFB 6100 CLMC1073 for these services. The solicitation was issued on November 11, 2024, and closed on December 19th, 2024. Of the three offers received, the recommended contractor submitted the lowest responsive offer. A complete solicitation package, including a tabulation of the bids received, is available for viewing on the City’s website. This information can currently be found at https://financeonline.austintexas.gov/afo/account_services/solicitation/solicitation_details.cfm?sid=141163. MBE/WBE: This contract will be awarded in compliance with City Code Chapter 2-9A (Minority-Owned and Women- Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program) by meeting the goals with 5.74% MBE and 1.61% WBE participation. For More Information: Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to the Financial Services Department - Central Procurement at FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500. Respondents to the solicitation and their Agents should direct all questions to the Authorized Contact Person identified in the solicitation. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: February 12, 2025 - To be reviewed by the Airport Advisory Commission. Additional Backup Information: City of Austin Page 1 of 2 Printed on 2/7/2025 powered by Legistar™ (cid:5) (cid:6) File #: 25-0242, Agenda Item #: 3/6/2025(cid:4) The contract involves a comprehensive scope of work that includes the repair, construction, modification, and rehabilitation of existing parking lots and roadways at the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS). This encompasses a wide range of services such as subgrade repair to address structural issues, curb repairs to maintain proper drainage and traffic flow, and the application of seal coats to protect and extend the lifespan of the surfaces. Additionally, the contract covers striping to ensure clear traffic flow …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE ZERO WASTE ADVISORY COMMISSION FEBRUARY 12, 2025 6:00 PM CITY HALL ROOM 1001 301 W 2ND ST AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Zero Waste Advisory Commission maybe participating by videoconference. 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 Karina Camara, at Karina.Camara@AustinTexas.gov or via phone at 512-978-0751. AGENDA Members: Gerry Acuna, Chair Ian Steyaert, Vice Chair Melissa Caudle Cathy Gattuso Caitlin Griffith Amanda Masino Craig Nazor Melissa Rothrock Michael Drohan Seth Whaland Vacant CALL MEETING 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 Zero Waste Advisory Commission meeting on January 8, 2025. ACTION ITEMS 2. Discussion and action of proposed merger of the Resource Management Commission and the Zero Waste Advisory Commission. DISCUSSION ITEMS collection to on demand bulk collection. STAFF BRIEFINGS 3. Discussion of the development of a hybrid model on the transition from twice a year bulk 4. Staff briefing regarding the Invitation For Bid process by James Scarboro and Matthew Duree, Financial Services Department. 5. Staff briefing regarding the Austin diversion rate calculation and other metrics, by Gena McKinley, Assistant Director, Austin Resource Recovery. 6. Staff briefing on the status of Austin Resource Recovery Operational and Administrative projects as well as public outreach efforts by Gena McKinley, Assistant Director of Austin Resource Recovery. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Karina Camara at Austin Resource Recovery, at (512) 978-0751 or email Karina.Camara@AustinTexas.gov , for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Zero Waste Advisory Commission, please contact Gustavo Valle at (512) 974-4350 4350 or via email Gustavo.Valle@AustinTexas.gov …
This template is a guide for liaisons. BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Zero Waste Advisory Commission Zero Waste Advisory Commission Resolution Proposed Merger of Zero Waste Advisory Commission and Resource Management Commission Whereas, a proposal has been made to merge the Resource Management Commission and the Zero Waste Advisory Commission to create a Resource Recovery and Management Commission; and Whereas, Austin Resource Recovery is one of four Enterprise Departments within the City of Austin and is responsible for meeting its annual financial responsibilities through efficient budgeting that provide Residents with a safe and cost effective collection and disposal service; Whereas, the Zero Waste Advisory Commission has independently introduced to ARR Staff new service and operational proposals and recommendations that have been implemented and have proven beneficial to Austin residents through improved diversion and disposal options; Whereas, the Zero Waste Advisory Commission petitioned Austin Resource Recovery to develop a long range Master Plan to guide the City’s future disposal, recycling and operational goals for the next 40 years; and Whereas, the purpose of the Zero Waste Advisory Commission is to review, evaluate and make recommendations to City Council, City Management and City Staff regarding policies concerning solid waste, recycling, organic and heavy brush collection pursuant to its Zero Waste Master Plan Goals; and and and This template is a guide for liaisons. Whereas, it is important for all enterprise departments to have an independent Board and/or Commission to provide public oversight and input in assuring the ratepayers are receiving the most efficient and cost effect services possible: Now Therefore Be It Resolved that the Zero Waste Advisory Commission recommends against merging the Zero Waste Advisory Commission with the Resource Management Commission. Resolution Date: February 12, 2025 Date of Approval: _____________________________ Record of the vote: ___________________________________________________________________ Attest: ________________________________________
Solicitation Process Overview – Competitive Sealed Bidding James Scarboro, Chief Procurement Officer Matthew Duree, Division Chief Zero Waste Advisory Commission February 12, 2025 Agenda • Statutes • Definitions • Conditions • Document • Process • Questions Statutes • Texas Local Government Code – Ch. 252 o Procurement Regulations applicable to Municipalities o Applies to contracts to purchase Goods, General Services, Public Works • Texas Government Code – Ch 2269 o Procurement Regulations applicable to State and Local Governments o Applies to contracts to purchase Construction Services • Other statutes o Ch. 271, Municipalities and Local Govs, purchase Personal and Real Property o More applicable to Procurement, but not explicitly concerning CSB process Definitions • Competitive Sealed Bidding (may go by acronym, “CSB”) o Process, Formal solicitations • Invitation for Bids (goes by acronym, “IFB”) o Document, Publicly available (online) • Definition (NIGP – Institute for Public Procurement) o Method for acquiring goods, services, and construction for public use in which an award is made to the lowest responsive bid and responsible bidder, based solely on the response to the criteria set forth in the Invitation for Bids (IFB); does not include discussions or negotiations with bidders. See also: Formal Bid. Conditions • Contract exceeding $50,000 o Aggregate value • Goods, General Services and Public Works o Not including Professional and Specified Services • Specifications o Detailed description of the design and/or performance characteristics of the goods, general services or public works required • Default Solicitation Process (Most Objective) Document – IFB • Goods and General Services o -------(Process Documents)------- o Solicitation Details (Cover Page) o Instructions -------(Contract Documents)------- o Terms and Conditions o Scope of Work o Attachments -------(Offer Documents)------- o Submittals (for Offerors to Submit with their Bid) Document – IFB • Public Works / Construction o Volume 1 – - Bidding Requirements, Contract Forms and Conditions of Contract - Specifications o Volume 2 – MBE/WBE Procurement Program Package (Subcontracting) o Volume 3 – ROCIP Project Safety Manual Process – CSB • Pre-Solicitation o Department consults with Procurement (to determine need for IFB) o Department provides Specifications (Procurement advises/assists) o Optional Activities - Request for Information (RFI) - Pre-Solicitation Meeting o Procurement assembles IFB (Instructions/Clauses/Submittals) o Department reviews/approves IFB (prior to Publication) Process – CSB • Solicitation o Procurement publishes IFB (Austin Finance Online) o Procurement receives and responds to Questions (Department participates) o Optional - Procurement facilitates Site …
Zero Waste Metrics & Measurements Gena McKinley, Assistant Director February 2025 Zero Waste by 2040 Austin’s Material Generation Res idential Ma na ged by City of Aus tin Commercial & Multifamily Ma na ged by Priva te Ha ulers Data Sources • Res idential • Curbs ide collections • Recycle & Reus e Drop Off Center • Commercial & Multifamily • Contra cted third pa rty s tudies • Self-reported da ta from properties • Licens ed ha uler s elf-reporting Waste Composition Studies Comprehensive Plan Goals • Conduct routine mea s urement of per capita dis pos al ra te a nd capture rate, a nd tra ck over time, a iming for continua l improvement. • Require a ccura te da ta mea s urements in a ll wa s te collection contra cts . wa s te. • Continue to tra ck divers ion rate a s a mea s ure towa rd zero How is Diversion Rate Calculated? Divers ion Rate is a qua ntifica tion of how m uch genera ted wa s te is diverted from being la ndfilled Tons Diverted = Tons recycled + Tons com pos ted + Tons reus ed + Tons Reduced Divers ion Rate = Tons Diverted ÷ Tons Diverted + Tons Dis pos ed Aus tin ha s a city-wide (com m ercia l a nd res identia l) la ndfill divers ion ra te of 37% a s of 2020 The 2020 Com m unity Divers ion Study ca n be found online a t: www.aus tintexas .gov/ divers ion Municipal Diversion Rates City Portland Seattle Austin Minneapolis Phoenix San Antonio Fort Worth Denver Boston Dallas Year 2015 2018 2015 2016 2019 2019 2018 2019 2019 2016 Diversion Rate 47% 57% 42% 37% 36% 36% 30% 23% 21% 21% Year 2023 2023 2020 2018 2022 2024 - 2021 - 2020 Diversion Rate 44% 53% 37% 37% 36% 33% - 33% - 20% Capture Rate • Ca pture ra te is ca lcula ted by determ ining the percenta ge of m a teria l (eg a lum inum ) tha t is pla ced in the blue bin ra ther tha n the tra s h or com pos t. • Ca pture ra te is ca lcula ted: weight of a lum inum ca ns recovered ÷ (a lum inum ca ns recovered + a m …
To: From: Date: Subject: Zero Waste Advisory Commission Richard McHale, Director, Austin Resource Recovery February 12, 2025 Director’s Monthly Report to the Zero Waste Advisory Commission Universal Recycling Ordinance The Universal Recycling Ordinance annual reporting period is open each fiscal year from October 1 through February 1. This year the department migrated to the public facing an online reporting system to a new software and database system. There is always concern when launching a new software platform, but this inaugural run was largely incident free, and the software programs are running smoothly and effectively. Public reporting rates continue to lag behind the anticipated performance. As of January 30, 43% of URO affected properties have been reported. Staff plan to take additional measures throughout the fiscal year to improve online submission rates. A strategic plan has been developed to deliver outreach, including email or mailed letters to non-submitting properties throughout the summer. Outreach is also being coordinated with the Austin Apartment Association, including a February 13 webinar. More information at: www.austinaptassoc.com/events. Circular Accelerator and Showcase applications open The City of Austin offers support to circular entrepreneurs and small to mid-sized enterprises. The Circular Austin Showcase provides the opportunity for circular economy businesses and entrepreneurs to compete for a cash prize in August each year. The Circular Austin Accelerator helps entrepreneurs improve their circular business ideas through workshops and 1:1 technical assistance. Applications are open February 3rd through March 16. More information at: www.austintexas.gov/circularshowcase. Lamp Repair Workshop On February 15, a lamp repair workshop will be held at Asian American Resource Center. This is a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn the essential skills to troubleshoot and repair lamps. Learn more at: www.austintexas.gov/FixIt. On-Demand On January 13, 2025, ARR began citywide on-demand collections for Brush, Bulk and Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Services. On-Demand Brush collection has serviced 568 appointments collecting 105 tons of material. On- Demand Bulk collection has serviced 3,010 appointments. The Bulk program has also diverted 22.5 tons of metals, appliances, electronics, rigid plastics, and tires from disposal area landfills. The HHW program serviced 497 appointments totaling 19.5 tons of material. The programs observed an immediate reduction in overtime hours for employees due to services being scheduled. The use of routing technology to collect scheduled appointments has also reduced the number of miles driven by ARR employees. Furniture Warehouse Grant Update The City of Austin received a SWIFR grant commitment up …
COMMUNITY TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING Wednesday – February 12th, 2025 – 6:30PM City Hall – Boards and Commission – Room 1101 301 W 2nd St, Austin, TX 78701 Some members of the BOARD/COMMISSION may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, email Dan Martinez at dan.martinez@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Steven Apodaca, Chair Keith Pena-Villa Thomas Rice Suzanne Heritage Sumit DasGupta AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Carina Alderete, Vice Chair Brian AM Williams Gabriel Nwajiaku Ibiye Anga The first ten speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Community Technology and Telecommunications Commission meeting on January 8th, 2025. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Presentation on the status of the city’s participation and involvement in the Broadband Equity Access and Deployment program challenge process (Khotan Harmon, Program Manager, City of Austin Economic Development Department) 3. Presentation on HB1709 & the City of Austin’s Digital Strategy (Daniel Culotta, Chief Innovation Officer, City of Austin Office of Innovation) 4. City of Austin Technology Conference Recap: Discussion of learnings and next steps from attendees (Chair Apodaca and Commissioner Williams, Community Technology Telecommunications Commission) DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. Discussion and approval of final updates to the revised CTTC bylaws WORKING GROUP UPDATES 6. Recap of Public Surveillance working group meetings with local stakeholders and development of recommendations 7. Artificial Intelligence Working Group’s takeaways from the CoA Technology Conference and stakeholder engagement next steps 8. Duplicative Technologies working group discussion, activities and meetings taken to ensure cross-division collaboration in system development FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If you require Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HIV PLANNING COUNCIL FINANCE AND ASSESSMENT COMMITTEE WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2025, 1:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER ROOM 1203 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the HIV PLANNING COUNCIL may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: Click here to join the meeting Public comment will be allowed in person or remotely via telephone or Teams. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register to speak, call or email the Office of Support, (737)-825-1684 or hivplanningcouncil@austintexas.gov CURRENT HIV PLANNING COUNCIL FINANCE/ALLOCATIONS AND STRATEGIC PLANNING/NEEDS ASSESSMENT COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Kelle’ Martin Ashley Garling, Committee Chair (on leave) Kristina McRae-Thompson Liza Bailey Judith Hassan, conflicted CALL TO ORDER AGENDA PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up no later than noon on 2/11/2025 will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the HIV Planning Council regular meeting of the Finance/Allocations and Strategic Planning/Needs Assessment Committee on August 14, CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATIONS 2. Members will declare conflict of interest with relevant agenda items, service categories, 4. Administrative Agent Staff Briefing regarding the December Expenditures Report 6. Discussion of Needs Assessment 2021-2025 Activities and Updates 8. Discussion and approval of Austin TGA RWHAP Part A Rapid Reallocation Report for 9. Discussion and approval of Austin TGA RWHAP Part A Rapid Reallocation Report for 2024 and/or service standards. STAFF BRIEFINGS 3. Office of Support Staff Briefing DISCUSSION ITEMS 5. Introductions/Announcements 7. Discussion of PSRA Process DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS January 9th, 2025 January 12th, 2025 FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 10. Discussion of workplan calendar ADJOURNMENT Indicative of action items The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. TTY users’ route through Relay Texas at 711. For More Information on the HIV Planning Council, please contact HIV Planning Council Office of Support at (737) …
To: From: Date: Subject: Zero Waste Advisory Commission Richard McHale, Director, Austin Resource Recovery February 12, 2025 Director’s Monthly Report to the Zero Waste Advisory Commission Universal Recycling Ordinance The Universal Recycling Ordinance annual reporting period is open each fiscal year from October 1 through February 1. This year the department migrated to the public facing an online reporting system to a new software and database system. There is always concern when launching a new software platform, but this inaugural run was largely incident free, and the software programs are running smoothly and effectively. Public reporting rates continue to lag behind the anticipated performance. As of January 30, 43% of URO affected properties have been reported. Staff plan to take additional measures throughout the fiscal year to improve online submission rates. A strategic plan has been developed to deliver outreach, including email or mailed letters to non-submitting properties throughout the summer. Outreach is also being coordinated with the Austin Apartment Association, including a February 13 webinar. More information at: www.austinaptassoc.com/events. Circular Accelerator and Showcase applications open The City of Austin offers support to circular entrepreneurs and small to mid-sized enterprises. The Circular Austin Showcase provides the opportunity for circular economy businesses and entrepreneurs to compete for a cash prize in August each year. The Circular Austin Accelerator helps entrepreneurs improve their circular business ideas through workshops and 1:1 technical assistance. Applications are open February 3rd through March 16. More information at: www.austintexas.gov/circularshowcase. Lamp Repair Workshop On February 15, a lamp repair workshop will be held at Asian American Resource Center. This is a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn the essential skills to troubleshoot and repair lamps. Learn more at: www.austintexas.gov/FixIt. On-Demand On January 13, 2025, ARR began citywide on-demand collections for Brush, Bulk and Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Services. On-Demand Brush collection has serviced 568 appointments collecting 105 tons of material. On- Demand Bulk collection has serviced 3,010 appointments. The Bulk program has also diverted 22.5 tons of metals, appliances, electronics, rigid plastics, and tires from disposal area landfills. The HHW program serviced 497 appointments totaling 19.5 tons of material. The programs observed an immediate reduction in overtime hours for employees due to services being scheduled. The use of routing technology to collect scheduled appointments has also reduced the number of miles driven by ARR employees. Furniture Warehouse Grant Update The City of Austin received a SWIFR grant commitment up …
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Early Childhood Council 20250212-002: Budget Recommendation Regarding Current Early Childhood Investments WHEREAS, in the City of Austin, 32% of children under age 6 live in households with low income; and WHEREAS, 94% of the children in households with low income under age 6 are children of color; and WHEREAS, decades of research prove that disadvantages begin the moment children come into the world because children born into poverty and children of color are disproportionately born early, at low weight, or with chronic illnesses, and are less likely than their peers to be ready for, or successful at school; and WHEREAS, current City investments in early childhood programs align with the goals and strategies of the Austin/Travis County Success By 6 Strategic Plan – a robust, data-driven community strategic plan designed to coordinate efforts, improve child and family outcomes as well as build more efficient and coordinated systems for equitable access; and WHEREAS, many of the federal, state, and local economic recovery funds invested in early childhood systems and programs have expired or are expiring in 2025; and WHEREAS, Child Care Scholarship programs through Workforce Solutions Capital Area are at capacity, no new funding is available at this time, and as of December 2024, the estimated amount of time a family applying for a scholarship at that time will likely remain on a waitlist before they could expect to be outreached for enrollment is 24 months; and WHEREAS, the City of Austin’s recently announced Infrastructure Academy is intended to expand the region’s skilled trade sector and access to childcare is an obstacle for the existing workforce, including the skilled trades; and WHEREAS, the Early Childhood Council has had input from the community’s Success By 6 Coalition (SX6) and GO! Austin/¡VAMOS! Austin (GAVA), all calling for significantly increased local government investment in the Childcare sector. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Early Childhood Council recommends that the City of Austin maintain all current investments in early childhood programs and infrastructure, including but not limited to: ● Sustaining investments: Maintain FY25 budget levels for FY26 (subject to other recommendations below) for the projects, programs, and agencies listed below: Agency Program Name FY25 Amount Mainspring Schools Rise Child Development Center Workforce Solutions Capital Area Workforce Board KinderCare Ginsberg Kershner & Associates Raising Austin dba Together 4 Children Any Baby Can Austin Child Guidance Center VinCare Services of Austin Todos Juntos Local …
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Early Childhood Council 20250212-003: Budget Recommendation Regarding Family, Friend, and Neighbor Childcare WHEREAS, in the City of Austin, 32% of children under age 6 live in households with low income; and WHEREAS, 94% of the children in households with low income under age 6 are children of color; and WHEREAS, decades of research prove that disadvantages begin the moment children come into the world because children born into poverty and children of color are disproportionately born early, at low weight, or with chronic illnesses, and are less likely than their peers to be ready for, or successful at school; and WHEREAS, many of the federal, state, and local economic recovery funds invested in early childhood systems and programs have expired or are expiring in 2025; and WHEREAS, Child Care Scholarship programs through Workforce Solutions Capital Area are at capacity, no new funding is available at this time, and as of December 2024, the estimated amount of time a family applying for a scholarship at that time will likely remain on a waitlist before they could expect to be outreached for enrollment is 24 months; and WHEREAS, FFN (Family, Friend, and Neighbor) care typically involves grandparents, aunts, close friends, or trusted neighbors who provide home-based childcare for three or fewer unrelated children; and WHEREAS, Family, Friend, and Neighbor (FFN) care is often chosen for its flexibility, affordability, culturally and linguistically relevant early education, and the personal connection it provides—allowing parents to entrust their child’s learning and care to someone they already know and trust within their community; and WHEREAS, there are legal issues to be resolved regarding direct financial support to the broad spectrum of FFN service providers; and WHEREAS, the Early Childhood Council has had input from the community’s Success By 6 Coalition (SX6) and GO! Austin/¡VAMOS! Austin (GAVA), all calling for significantly increased local government investment in the Childcare sector; and WHEREAS, GAVA has requested $350,000 for programs to help develop a pipeline of FFN service providers and $200,000 to provide a mobile lending library for home-based family childcare providers. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Early Childhood Council recommends the City of Austin direct Austin Public Health and the Economic Development Department to work with GAVA and other Date of Approval: Record of the vote: community input sources during FY26, or sooner if resources allow, to develop an integrated plan for Family, Friends, and Neighbor …
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Early Childhood Council 20250212-004: Budget Recommendation Regarding Family Stabilization and Equity Office WHEREAS, in the City of Austin, 32% of children under age 6 live in households with low income; and WHEREAS, 94% of the children in households with low income under age 6 are children of color; and WHEREAS, decades of research prove that disadvantages begin the moment children come into the world because children born into poverty and children of color are disproportionately born early, at low weight, or with chronic illnesses, and are less likely than their peers to be ready for, or successful at school; and WHEREAS, UpTogether has had proven social and economic outcomes from their recent City of Austin work; and WHEREAS, most families supported by the UpTogether project are families with young children; and WHEREAS, the Equity Office has managed and supported ongoing investment with UpTogether. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Early Childhood Council recommends that the City of Austin make the $1.3 million investment in the Family Stabilization Grants permanent and create a clear path to expanding the investment to $3 million annually. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Early Childhood Council encourages the Austin City Council to sustain investment in the Office of Equity and Inclusion, Equity Division as a vital City of Austin function. Date of Approval: Record of the vote: Attest: _____________________________________________
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Early Childhood Council 20250212-005: Budget Process Recommendation WHEREAS, the current budget process timeline calls for all Boards and Commissions to finalize their budget recommendations by March 31 of each year; and WHEREAS, the Joint Inclusion Committee (JIC) is one such Commission charged with giving voice to and integrating recommendations from 11 Commissions represented on it that touch underrepresented groups; and WHEREAS, many of the Boards and Commissions have ongoing discussions of budget priorities during December, January, and February of each year; and WHEREAS, those discussions are essential elements in gathering community input and allowing City Staff to complete staff work; and WHEREAS, it is problematic to request that the JIC be required to gather and integrate eleven different boards and commissions at the same the eleven commissions are consolidating their input. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Early Childhood Council recommends the deadline for the JIC to submit their budget recommendations be extended to April 30 of each budget year. Date of Approval: Record of the vote: Attest: _____________________________________________
Tourism Commission Board Meeting Feb. 12, 2025 Austin Tourism Public Improvement District ● 2% assessment fee on taxable hotel room nights for hotels with 100+ rooms ● Funding will allow for enhanced incentives for groups events at the Austin Convention Center and Palmer Events Center, as well as incentivizing in-house hotel groups. ● Allows for increased sales, marketing, advertising and research activities. ● Estimated $30 million in total collections in ● Collections begin April 1, 2025 and first payment expected in first full year August 2025 ● Working on obtaining a line of credit in advance to support initiatives before collections begin TPID Founding Board Alison Berg General Manager AT&T Conference Center Scott Blalock Vice Chair VP/ General Manager JW Marriott Austin Joe Bolash General Manager Hilton Austin Mike Culver General Manager Fairmont Austin Jeff Donahoe Board Chair General Manager Hyatt Regency Austin Rob Gillette General Manager Renaissance Austin Hotel Elizabeth Jackson Area General Manager Hampton Inn South Corynn Hansen General Manager Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Santosh Khanjee Principal Aiden Austin City Hotel Joanna McCreary General Manager W Austin Joseph Pagone Regional Vice President Westin Domain Neal Patel Owner Extended Stay America - North Central Andy Patel Board Secretary Owner Aloft Austin NW Ex Officio Denise Eisman President Austin Hotel & Lodging Association Tom Noonan President & CEO Visit Austin Paul Barnes Deputy Director Austin Convention Center Visitor Center: Phillips Building 103-105 5th Street SAVE THE DATE Tuesday, March 11th Join us for a grand opening event at the new Austin Visitor Center location 4:00pm - 7:00pm 103 E. Fifth St. Austin, TX 78701 SALES & SERVICES Steve Genovesi, Executive Vice President VISIT AUSTIN EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (13) members make up the Visit Austin Executive Committee, a subcommittee of the Board who meet prior to the quarterly meetings to review/approve business activities and action items going before the Board. Skeeter Miller Immediate Past Chair Owner, The County Line, Inc Scott Blalock General Manager, JW Marriott Austin Joe Bolash General Manager, Hilton Austin Greg Chanon Secretary Attorney, Chanon Law Jennifer Currier, General Manager, Sonesta Select Austin North Rob Gillette Chairman General Manager, Renaissance Austin Hotel Cindy Lo President & Event Strategist, RED VELVET Tom Noonan CEO, Visit Austin Vijay Patel Humble Origins Hospitality Management Andy Loughnane President, Austin FC Joanna McCreary General Manager, W Austin Rodney Siebels Director, Global Events and Executive Programs, Hitachi Vantara Trisha Tatro Director, Austin Convention Center …
————[ Austin Tourism Commission, 2/12/25 ]———— Mission Statement Travel Texas’ mission is to enhance and extend local economic development efforts by marketing Texas as a premier travel destination in out-of-state domestic and international markets, generating non-Texan travel to the state, thereby creating revenue and jobs. 2 Travel Texas • Travel Texas is the only entity responsible for tourism promotion to non-Texans. • Major activities performed under the program include advertising, public relations and marketing in domestic and international markets. • Travel research is conducted to provide a foundation to inform and direct the program’s tourism activities and encourage tourism development. 3 Return on Investment State taxes generated by influenced travel from outside the state were estimated at $246 million in FY24 – an increase of 16% over the prior year. I S N O L L M I 4 Halo Effect of Tourism Promotion Travel promotion helps to educate, inspire and ultimately influence travel while also improving perceptions of the state as a good place to: • Relocate a business • Start a career • Start a business • Live and play • Attend college 5 6 Tourism Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) 7 Research & Development Texas Travel Industry Research Detailed industry research reports for travel and tourism in Texas by calendar year are available on request. • Economic Impact of Travel on Texas • Texas Domestic Visitor Profiles – Statewide and Regional • Texas International Visitors Report 9 Interactive Economic Impact Website Local estimates are available to assist travel industry partners with developing tourism. • Regional (tourism regions, heritage trails, MSA’s) • Legislative district • All 254 Counties • 300+ Cities 10 Texas Tourism Regions – Hill Country (2023, YOY) Travel Spending Employment Earnings Tax Revenue $12.3B up 1.2% 103.6K up 6.8% $4.6B up 10.6% $1.2B up 2.9% 11 Direct Travel Spending In 2023, spending by travelers to and within Texas was estimated at $94.8 billion. This spending generated an economic impact of $193.8 billion supporting 1.3 million Texas jobs. s n o i l l i B $100 $90 $80 $70 $60 $50 $40 $30 $20 $10 $- 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 Current Dollars Inflation Adjusted (2023) Source: Dean Runyan Associates 12 Spending by Commodity (2023, 2022) Travel spending impacts many sectors of the economy with the largest commodity categories being food service, accommodations, local transportation and gasoline. Food Service Accommodations …
To: From: Date: Subject: Zero Waste Advisory Commission Richard McHale, Director, Austin Resource Recovery February 12, 2025 Director’s Monthly Report to the Zero Waste Advisory Commission Universal Recycling Ordinance The Universal Recycling Ordinance annual reporting period is open each fiscal year from October 1 through February 1. This year the department migrated to the public facing an online reporting system to a new software and database system. There is always concern when launching a new software platform, but this inaugural run was largely incident free, and the software programs are running smoothly and effectively. Public reporting rates continue to lag behind the anticipated performance. As of January 30, 43% of URO affected properties have been reported. Staff plan to take additional measures throughout the fiscal year to improve online submission rates. A strategic plan has been developed to deliver outreach, including email or mailed letters to non-submitting properties throughout the summer. Outreach is also being coordinated with the Austin Apartment Association, including a February 13 webinar. More information at: www.austinaptassoc.com/events. Circular Accelerator and Showcase applications open The City of Austin offers support to circular entrepreneurs and small to mid-sized enterprises. The Circular Austin Showcase provides the opportunity for circular economy businesses and entrepreneurs to compete for a cash prize in August each year. The Circular Austin Accelerator helps entrepreneurs improve their circular business ideas through workshops and 1:1 technical assistance. Applications are open February 3rd through March 16. More information at: www.austintexas.gov/circularshowcase. Lamp Repair Workshop On February 15, a lamp repair workshop will be held at Asian American Resource Center. This is a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn the essential skills to troubleshoot and repair lamps. Learn more at: www.austintexas.gov/FixIt. On-Demand On January 13, 2025, ARR began citywide on-demand collections for Brush, Bulk and Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Services. On-Demand Brush collection has serviced 568 appointments collecting 105 tons of material. On- Demand Bulk collection has serviced 3,010 appointments. The Bulk program has also diverted 22.5 tons of metals, appliances, electronics, rigid plastics, and tires from disposal area landfills. The HHW program serviced 497 appointments totaling 19.5 tons of material. The programs observed an immediate reduction in overtime hours for employees due to services being scheduled. The use of routing technology to collect scheduled appointments has also reduced the number of miles driven by ARR employees. Furniture Warehouse Grant Update The City of Austin received a SWIFR grant commitment up …
Tourism Commission Board Meeting Feb. 12, 2025 Visit Austin Boards ● Visit Austin Board of Directors ● Visit Austin Executive Committee ● Visit Austin Sports Commission Board of Directors ● Visit Austin Foundation Board of Directors ● Austin Tourism Public Improvement District Board Each Board meets quarterly to review business activities. R E T S O R D R A O B N T S U A T S V I I I Elizabeth Alderson Austin Detours Rob Gillette General Manager, Renaissance Austin Hotel Vijay Patel Humble Origins Hospitality Management Monica Andry President/CEO, Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Ghizlane Badawi CEO, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Dianne Bangle CEO, Real Estate Council of Austin Will Bridges Antone’s Nightclub T.C. Broadnax City Manager, City of Austin Scott Blalock General Manager, JW Marriott Austin Joe Bolash General Manager, Hilton Austin Tina Cannon Executive Director, Austin LGBT Chamber of Commerce Greg Chanon Attorney, Chanon Law Jennifer Currier General Manager, Sonesta Select Austin North Mark Duval President & CEO, Greater Austin Asian Chamber of Commerce Jeremy Martin CEO, Austin Chamber of Commerce Nate Hardesty General Manager, THOMPSON AUSTIN| tommie Austin Tam Hawkins President & CEO, Greater Austin Black Chamber of Commerce Cindy Lo President & Event Strategist, RED VELVET | Strong Events Andy Loughnane President, Austin FC Beverly Magee General Manager, Four Seasons Austin David Masters Four Blue Plans, LLC Joanna McCreary General Manager, W Austin Skeeter Miller Owner, The County Line, Inc Tom Noonan CEO, Visit Austin Dewitt "De" Peart President & CEO, Downtown Austin Alliance Zo Qadri Council Member, District 9, City of Austin Jim Ritts CEO & Executive Director, Austin Theatre Alliance Rodney Siebels Director, Global Events and Executive Programs, Hitachi Vantara Steven Stout Executive Director, TSAE Trisha Tatro Director, Austin Convention Center Jordan Uppleger VP of Tournament Business, PGA TOUR Dottie Watkins President & CEO, CapMetro Kirk Watson Mayor, City of Austin VISIT AUSTIN EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (13) members make up the Visit Austin Executive Committee, a subcommittee of the Board who meet prior to the quarterly meetings to review/approve business activities and action items going before the Board. Skeeter Miller Immediate Past Chair Owner, The County Line, Inc Scott Blalock General Manager, JW Marriott Austin Joe Bolash General Manager, Hilton Austin Greg Chanon Secretary Attorney, Chanon Law Jennifer Currier, General Manager, Sonesta Select Austin North Rob Gillette Chairman General Manager, Renaissance Austin Hotel Cindy Lo President & Event Strategist, RED VELVET …
