ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET PC DATE: June 28, 2022 CASE NUMBER: C14H-2022-0072 HLC DATE: May 4, 2022; June 1, 2022 APPLICANT: Historic Landmark Commission (owner-opposed) HISTORIC NAME: Carlson-Colunga House WATERSHED: Urban—Waller Creek ADDRESS OF PROPOSED ZONING CHANGE: 902 E. 7th Street ZONING CHANGE: TOD-NP to TOD-H-NP COUNCIL DISTRICT: 1 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Historic Landmark Commission consider recommendation of the proposed zoning change from transit-oriented development-neighborhood plan (TOD-NP) to transit-oriented development-neighborhood plan-historic landmark (TOD-H-NP) combining district zoning. QUALIFICATIONS FOR LANDMARK DESIGNATION: The 2016 East Austin Historic Resource Survey recommends the property as eligible for designation as a local landmark for architecture and historical associations, individually eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places, and contributing to potential local and National Register historic districts. HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ACTION: May 4, 2022: initiate historic zoning based on architecture and historical associations (Koch, Little; 7-0). June 1, 2022: recommend historic zoning based on survey findings of architecture and historical associations (Koch, Valenzuela; 10-0). PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: CASE MANAGER: Kalan Contreras NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Independent School District, Austin Lost and Found Pets, Austin Neighborhoods Council, Del Valle Community Coalition, East Austin Conservancy, El Concilio Mexican-American Neighborhoods, Friends of Austin Neighborhoods, Greater East Austin Neighborhood Association , Guadalupe Association for an Improved Neighborhood, Guadalupe Neighborhood Development Corporation, Homeless Neighborhood Association, Neighborhood Empowerment Foundation, Neighbors United for Progress, Organization of Central East Austin Neighborhoods , Plaza Saltillo TOD Staff Liaison, Preservation Austin, SELTexas, Sierra Club, Austin Regional Group, Waterloo Greenway DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: The 2016 East Austin Historic Resource Survey recommends the property as eligible for designation as a local landmark, individually eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places and contributing to potential local and National Register historic districts. BASIS FOR RECOMMENDATION: § 25-2-352(3)(c)(i) Architecture. The property embodies the distinguishing characteristics of a recognized architectural style, type, or method of construction; exemplifies technological innovation in design or construction; displays high artistic value in representing ethnic or folk art, architecture, or construction; represents a rare example of an architectural style in the city; serves as an outstanding example of the work of an architect, builder, or artisan who significantly contributed to the development of the city, state, or nation; possesses cultural, historical, or architectural value as a particularly fine or unique example of a utilitarian or vernacular structure; or represents an architectural curiosity or one-of-a-kind building. CITY COUNCIL ACTION: PHONE: 512-974-2727 …
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE NUMBER: C14H-2022-0071 HLC DATE: February 28, 2022; March 28, 2022; May 4, 2022; June 1, 2022 ADDRESS OF PROPOSED ZONING CHANGE: 1403 E. Cesar Chavez St. PC DATE: June 28, 2022 APPLICANT: Historic Landmark Commission (owner-opposed) HISTORIC NAME: Tofie and Bertha Balagia House WATERSHED: Urban—Lady Bird Lake NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN: East Cesar Chavez ZONING CHANGE: CS-1-MU-CO-NP to CS-1-MU-CO-H-NP COUNCIL DISTRICT: 3 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Recommend the proposed zoning change from commercial liquor sales – mixed use – conditional overlay – neighborhood plan (CS-1-MU-CO-NP) to commercial liquor sales – mixed use – conditional overlay – historic landmark – neighborhood plan (CS-1-MU-CO-H-NP) combining district zoning. QUALIFICATIONS FOR LANDMARK DESIGNATION: Architecture and historical associations HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ACTION: June 1, 2022: recommend historic zoning based on survey findings of architecture and historical associations (Koch, Myers; 10-0). May 4, 2022: Postpone the public hearing. March 28, 2022: Postpone the public hearing at the owner’s request (Koch-Heimsath, 11-0). February 28, 2022: Initiate historic zoning based on architecture and historical associations and keep the public hearing open (Koch-Castillo, 10-0-1). PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: CITY COUNCIL ACTION: CASE MANAGER: Kimberly Collins, 512-974-1801 NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Independent School District, Austin Lost and Found Pets, Austin Neighborhoods Council, Del Valle Community Coalition, East Austin Conservancy, East Cesar Chavez IBIZ District, East Cesar Chavez Neighborhood Association, East Cesar Chavez Neighborhood Plan Contact Team, East Town Lake Citizens Neighborhood Association, El Concilio Mexican-American Neighborhoods, Friends of Austin Neighborhoods, Greater East Austin Neighborhood Association, Guadalupe Neighborhood Development Corporation, Homeless Neighborhood Association, Neighborhood Empowerment Foundation, Neighbors United for Progress, Preservation Austin, SELTexas, Sierra Club, Austin Regional Group, Tejano Town DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: The 2016 East Austin Survey report recommends that the property is eligible as a local landmark and contributes to a potential local historic district. BASIS FOR RECOMMENDATION: Architecture: The house embodies the distinguishing characteristics and is an excellent example of Craftsman-style architecture. It is of single-story residential construction with cross gable roofline built circa 1925. The roof has one triangular knee brace in the apex of each gable. The porch supports are composed of brick masonry piers with sloping sides. On top of the piers rest the decorative wooden support columns which appear to take cues from Orientalist design principles. The wooden porch railing is almost Stick in its patterned styling lending to the Western Stick reference known for some Craftsman styles. The structure has horizontal wood siding, and the …
SUBDIVISION REVIEW SHEET Total Plat Vacation CASE NO.: C8-71-51(VAC) Planning Commission DATE: June 28.2022 MUD: N/A LOT(S): 46 Lots COUNTY: Travis JURISDICTION: 2-Mile ETJ SUBDIVISION NAME: Linda Vista Subdivision – Total Plat Vacation AREA: 28.89 acres OWNER/APPLICANT: TSWG 130, LLC (John Gurasich) AGENT: Pape-Dawson Engineers, Inc. ADDRESS OF SUBDIVISION: FM 973 GRIDS: N/A WATERSHED: Onion and Dry E Creek EXISTING ZONING: N/A PROPOSED LAND USE: N/A ADMINISTRATIVE WAIVERS: None VARIANCES: None SIDEWALKS: N/A DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: The request is for approval of a total plat vacation of the Linda Vista Subdivision final plat consisting of 46 lots on 28.89 acres. The vacation will take this to raw land. COUNTY COMMENTS This property is located in the 2-Mile, ETJ (Extra-Territorial Jurisdiction) of the City of Austin. The Texas Local Government prohibits the city and the county from regulating land uses, lot size, density, height and building coverage in the ETJ to name a few. ISSUES: Staff has not received any inquiries from anyone on this plat vacation. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: As this final plat vacation meets all Title 30 requirements; staff recommends approval. 1 of 4B-14 ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION ACTION: CASE MANAGER: Jose Luis Arriaga Email address: joe.arriaga@traviscountytx.gov PHONE: 512-854-7562 2 of 4B-14 3 of 4B-14 4 of 4B-14
CASE NO.: C8J-2021-0154.0A SUBDIVISION REVIEW SHEET Planning Commission DATE: June 28.2022 MUD: N/A LOT(S): 8 Lots COUNTY: Travis JURISDICTION: 2-Mile ETJ SUBDIVISION NAME: Majestic Decker Lane - Final Plat AREA: 79.96 acres OWNER/APPLICANT: Majestic Timmermann LLC AGENT: Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. (Luke Caraway) ADDRESS OF SUBDIVISION: Decker Lane GRIDS: N/A WATERSHED: Decker Creek EXISTING ZONING: N/A PROPOSED LAND USE: N/A ADMINISTRATIVE WAIVERS: None VARIANCES: None SIDEWALKS: N/A DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: The request is for approval of a final plat consisting of 8 total non-residential lots on 79.96 acres. The proposed subdivision will take access from Decker Lane and is located in the city’s 2-Mile ETJ. Water and wastewater will be provided by City of Austin. The development does not plan for any residential uses at this time. COUNTY COMMENTS This property is located in the 2-Mile, ETJ (Extra-Territorial Jurisdiction) of the City of Austin. The Texas Local Government prohibits the city and the county from regulating land uses, lot size, density, height and building coverage in the ETJ to name a few. ISSUES: Staff has not received any inquiries from anyone on this proposed subdivision STAFF RECOMMENDATION: As this final plat meets all Title 30 requirements; staff recommends approval. 1 of 7B-15 ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION ACTION: CASE MANAGER: Jose Luis Arriaga Email address: joe.arriaga@traviscountytx.gov PHONE: 512-854-7562 2 of 7B-15 VICINITY MAP OPRTC NORTH NOT TO SCALE ACCESS EASEMENT DOC# 2021101898 OPRTC 44.90' IRSC F 4 F 4 T 2 O T 1 O E E H S E E H S 26.44' (45' WIDE) JOINT ACCESS EASEMENT DOC# 2021089381 OPRTC 18.56' OHE S79°54'56"E 951.34' OHE ' 9 7 . 9 PERMANENT ACCESS EASEMENT DOC# 2021101898 OPRTC OHE 905.67' (30.50') WATER LINES AND WASTEWATER LINES EASEMENT DOC# 2021221195 OPRTC 954.73' S79°54'56"E 1094.09' OHE ' 0 5 . 2 7 OHE EXISTING ELECTRIC TRANSMISSION LINE WITH ELECTRIC UTILITY EASEMENT VOL. 12782, PG.0687 RPRTC ' 0 8 . 0 5 1 LOT 8 OHE BLOCK A IRSC CITY OF AUSTIN WIDTH (PRIVATE) CITY OF AUSTIN REGULATORY FLOODPLAIN 1/2" IRFC 139.36' OHE IRSC OHE IRSC 0' 0.0 7 45.67' QUITCLAIM DEED FROM SOUTHERN PACIFIC TRASPORTATION COMPANY TO CITY OF AUSTIN VOL.9870, PG.877 DRTC T.B.M.#101 OHE OHE C1 OHE IRSC OHE S62°08'17"E N62°08'15"W 235.38' 240.34' 382.15' LOT 5 20.056 ACRES 873,639 SQ. FT. BLOCK A MIN. F.F.E. 581' M.S.E. EXCLUSIVE WATER LINES VAULT EASEMENT DOC# 2021221194 OPRTC (45' WIDE) JOINT ACCESS EASEMENT DOC# 2021089381 OPRTC …
PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA Tuesday, June 28, 2022 The Planning Commission will convene at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, June 28, 2022 at Austin City Hall, Council Chambers, Room 1001 301 W. Second Street, Austin, TX. Some members of the Planning Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Greg Anderson Awais Azhar Grayson Cox Yvette Flores – Secretary Claire Hempel – Vice-Chair Patrick Howard Jennifer Mushtaler Solveij Rosa Praxis Carmen Llanes Pulido Robert Schneider Todd Shaw – Chair James Shieh – Parliamentarian Jeffrey Thompson Ex-Officio Members Arati Singh – AISD Board of Trustees Jessica Cohen – Chair of Board of Adjustment Spencer Cronk - City Manager Richard Mendoza - Director of Public Works EXECUTIVE SESSION (No public discussion) The Planning Commission will announce it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, to receive advice from Legal Counsel on matters specifically listed on this agenda. The Commission may not conduct a closed meeting without the approval of the city attorney. Private Consultation with Attorney – Section 551.071 Attorney: Steven Maddoux, 512-974-6080 Commission Liaison: Andrew Rivera, 512-974-6508 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION The first four (4) speakers signed up prior to the commencement of the meeting will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of June 14, 2022. B. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Plan Amendment: Location: Owner/Applicant: Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: 2. Rezoning: Location: Owner/Applicant: Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: 3. Plan Amendment: Location: Owner/Applicant: Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Postponement Request: NPA-2022-0027.01 - SHQ W. 35th; District 10 1809 W. 35th Street, Shoal Creek Watershed; Central West Austin Combined (Windsor Road) NP Area MEA Real Estate Ventures, LLC Thrower Design, LLC (Ron Thrower and Victoria Haase) Neighborhood Commercial to Neighborhood Mixed Use land use Recommended Maureen Meredith, 512-974-2695, maureen.meredith@austintexas.gov Housing and Planning Department C14-2022-0021 - SHQ W. 35th; District 10 1809 W. 35th Street, Shoal Creek Watershed; Central West Austin Combined (Windsor Road) NP Area MEA Real Estate Ventures, LLC Thrower Design, LLC (Ron Thrower and Victoria Haase) LR-NP to LO-MU-NP Recommended Heather Chaffin, 512-974-2122, heather.chaffin@austintexas.gov Housing and Planning Department NPA-2022-0023.01.SH - 5107-5115 Lancaster; District 4 5107, 5109, 5111, 5113 and 5115 Lancaster Ct, Tannehill Branch Watershed; University Hills / Windsor Park NP Area (Windsor Park) Plancaster, LLC; SEMIZI, LLC: Lancaster Office …
MEMORANDUM TO: Chair and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Andrei Lubomudrov Housing and Planning Department DATE: June 23, 2022 RE: Proposed annexation of approximately 5.03 acres into Travis County Water Control and Improvement District No. 10 (District) C12M-2022-0001 On April 13, 2022, the City received an application requesting the City’s consent to the annexation of approximately 5.03 acres located at 4315 Dunning Lane in Austin’s extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) and in the Lake Austin Watershed. The District includes properties in western Travis County and located either in the City of Austin’s ETJ or the City of West Lake Hills. The property to be annexed into the District is located in the Lake Austin Watershed. A map identifying the tract to be annexed into the District and its location relative to existing District boundaries and City jurisdictions is attached. Applicant’s Proposal The applicant seeks annexation into WCID 10 to acquire water service for about half of an existing 10-acre property, or approximately 5.03 acres. The area is currently divided between two lots, one of which is about 10 acres, and another that is smaller than one acre. If annexation approval is granted, the property owner will subdivide the existing 10-acre property and seek to serve the 5.03-acre portion of the replatted lot through WCID 10. The balance of the property will be in Austin Water’s service area. As part of the Annexation into a Water District process, case number C12M-2022-0001 will go before Austin’s Commissions as well as Austin City Council. Upon City Council approval, the property will then be annexed by the District. Representatives of the property owners appeared before the District’s Board of Directors at its meeting on January 12, 2022, and the District Board approved the annexation request contingent upon receiving the City’s approval of the District’s annexation of the property. 1 City Review Process The Agreement Concerning Creation of the District requires City approval for the annexation of land by the District. The District is considered a “noncity service district” and as such, the City is not authorized to place restrictions or conditions on this consent. If the City fails or refuses to consent within 90 days of receipt of a written request, the owner may petition the City to make available those services to be provided by the District. Failure to execute a mutually agreeable contract for services within 120 days constitutes authorization for inclusion of …
SUBDIVISION REVIEW SHEET CASE NO.: C8J-2019-0090 COMMISSION DATE: June 14, 2022 SUBDIVISION NAME: Stoney Ridge Highlands ADDRESS: 7527 Elroy Road APPLICANT: KB Home Lone Star Inc. AGENT: Carlson, Brigance & Doering, Inc. (Bill Couch, P.E) ZONING: SF-4A (single family residence) NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN: n/a / E.T.J. AREA: 224.27 acre (9,898, 574 sf) LOTS: 588 COUNTY: Travis DISTRICT: 2 WATERSHED: Dry Creek East Creek JURISDICTION: Full Purpose SIDEWALKS: Sidewalks will be constructed along streets. VARIANCE: None DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: The request is for the approval of Stoney Ridge Highlands preliminary plan comprised of 588 lots on 224.27 acres (9,898, 574 sf). The preliminary plan complies with the criteria for approval and staff recommends approval. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The staff recommends approval of the preliminary plan. This plan meets applicable State and City of Austin land development code requirements. CASE MANAGER: Cesar Zavala PHONE: 512-974-3404 E-mail: cesar.zavala@austintexas.gov ATTACHMENTS Exhibit A: Vicinity map Exhibit B: Proposed preliminary plan EXHIBIT A `
SUBDIVISION REVIEW SHEET CASE NO.: C8-2016-0168.0A COMMISSION DATE: June 28, 2022 SUBDIVISION NAME: Lot 10A, Block 1, Chernosky Subdivision No. 7 (resubdivision) ADDRESS: 1106 Mansell Avenue APPLICANT: Patrice Rios AGENT: Southwest Engineers, Inc. (Gabriel Hovdey) ZONING: SF-3-NP NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN: MLK-183 AREA: 3,582 square feet (0.082 acres) LOTS: 1 COUNTY: Travis DISTRICT: 1 WATERSHED: Tannehill Branch JURISDICTION: Full-Purpose SIDEWALKS: Sidewalk required on the subdivision side of Mansell Avenue VARIANCE: On August 8, 2016, the Board of Adjustment (BOA) approved a variance request to reduce the minimum lot area and lot width for this property. DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: This request is for the approval of the resubdivision of a portion of Lots 10 and 11, Block 1, Chernosky Subdivision No. 7, consisting of one lot on 3,582 square feet (0.082 acres). This application predates H.B. 3167 (shot clock) regulations. As of the submittal of this request, this application was still pending the approval of a site plan exemption drainage plan. This is necessary to address the steep slope and drainage issues associated with building on this site. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff’s recommendation is pending the approval of the site plan exemption associated with this property. CASE MANAGER: Jennifer Bennett PHONE: 512-974-9002 E-mail: jennifer.bennett@austintexas.gov ATTACHMENTS Exhibit A: Vicinity map Exhibit B: Proposed plat SouthwestEngineers Inc. Civil Environmental Planning TBPENo.:1909 www.swengineers.com 142CimarronParkLp Buda,Texas78610 (512)312-4336 LOCATIONMAP 1106MANSELLAVE LOT10A,BLOCK1,CHERNOSKY SUBDIVIDIONNO.7 Date: File: Scale: Tech: ProjectNo.: 08152016 LocationExhibit N.T.S. MI 0662-001-16 LOT 10A, BLOCK 1, CHERNOSKY SUBDIVISION NO. 7 A S62° 21' 51"E 198.77' A RESUBDIVISION OF A PORTION OF LOTS 10 & 11, BLOCK 1, CHERNOSKY SUBDIVISION NO. 7 N W E S GRAPHIC SCALE 1" = 30' 30 0 15 30 60 REFERENCE LEGEND: R1 = DOC. NO. 2016038100, O.P.R.T.C.TX. R2 = CHERNOSKY SUBDIVISION NO. 7, VOL. 4, PG. 179, P.R.T.C.TX. R3 = CHERNOSKY SUBDIVISION NO. 8, VOL. 4, PG. 183, P.R.T.C.TX. R4 = CHERNOSKY #7, RESUBDIVISION OF BLOCK 1, LOTS 8, 9, 10 & 11, VOL. 55, PG. 51, P.R.T.C.TX. R5 = VOL. 4295, PG. 1396, D.R.T.C.TX. D.R.T.C.TX. = DEED RECORDS, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS O.P.R.T.C.TX. = OFFICIAL PUBLIC RECORDS, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS LINE TYPE LEGEND: 2, B T 1 O L B 4' 7.9 3 ADJOINING LOT LINE BOUNDARY RIGHT OF WAY EASEMENT SIDEWALK N=10073314.37 E=3131337.82 ELEV=507.65 A 1277.04' AREA: TOTAL AREA = 3,581.94 SQ. FT. - 0.082 ACRES S46° 59' 02" W F 5' 3.8 9 1 N=10072443.17 E=3130404.10 2"E 1' 1 6° 4 2 …
SUBDIVISION REVIEW SHEET CASE NO.: C8J-2019-0090 COMMISSION DATE: June 28, 2022 SUBDIVISION NAME: Stoney Ridge Highlands ADDRESS: 7527 Elroy Road APPLICANT: KB Home Lone Star Inc. AGENT: Carlson, Brigance & Doering, Inc. (Bill Couch, P.E) ZONING: SF-4A (single family residence) NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN: n/a / E.T.J. AREA: 224.27 acre (9,898, 574 sf) LOTS: 588 COUNTY: Travis DISTRICT: 2 WATERSHED: Dry Creek East Creek JURISDICTION: Full Purpose SIDEWALKS: Sidewalks will be constructed along streets. VARIANCE: None DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: The request is for the approval of Stoney Ridge Highlands preliminary plan comprised of 588 lots on 224.27 acres (9,898, 574 sf). The preliminary plan complies with the criteria for approval and staff recommends approval. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Balance of Tract information: Staff recommends approval of the preliminary plan. This plan meets applicable State and City of Austin land development code requirements. The Land Development Code Section 30-2-34(B) Original Tract Requirement states that a preliminary plan should include all land in an original tract. Code allows for the following options to address the Original Tract or Balance of Tract requirement. If a property is a balance of tract from an original tract: The property with the balance of tract should have direct access to a public street, Or, the applicant should provide access to a public street by dedicating right-of-way that is at least 50 foot wide. The property for the proposed Stoney Ridge Highlands Preliminary Plan is part of an original 274.24 acre tract as demonstrated in Exhibit C, the preliminary plan is subdividing the remainder of the original tract. The properties located to the north of the proposed preliminary plan are not part of the original 274.24 acre tract and not a balance of tract. Since the property to the north of the preliminary plan is not a balance of tract, the preliminary plan would not be required to provide access to the property or dedicate right-of-way to the property. Additionally, the properties to the north of the preliminary plan are exempt from platting. These properties have approved Land Status Determinations granted in March 2003 which would exempt them from platting and would not be considered a balance of tract. CASE MANAGER: Cesar Zavala PHONE: 512-974-3404 E-mail: cesar.zavala@austintexas.gov ATTACHMENTS Exhibit A: Vicinity map Exhibit B: Proposed preliminary plan Exhibit C: Balance of Tract Exhibit EXHIBIT A `
Exhibit A Item C-01 Housing Working Group For Planning Commission consideration, develop recommendations for changes to the City of Austin Land Development Code Chapter 25 that will increase housing availability in alignment with City of Austin Comprehensive Plan, to better meet the goals of Austin’s Strategic Housing Blueprint, and Austin Strategic Mobility Plan. Task Membership James Shieh Robert Schneider Carmen Llanes Pulido Greg Anderson Solveij Rosa Praxis Awais Azhar
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET DISTRICT: 3 CASE: C814-95-0001.02 – South Austin Medical Center ZONING FROM / TO: PUD-NP to PUD-NP, to change a condition of zoning ADDRESS: 901, 1001 West Ben White Boulevard, and 4210, 4214, 4300, 4302, 4304, 4306 James Casey Street SITE AREA: 17.30 acres PROPERTY OWNER: St. David’s Healthcare Partnership, LP, LLP (Mark Worsham) AGENT: Armbrust & Brown, PLLC (Michael Whellan) CASE MANAGER: Wendy Rhoades (512-974-7719, wendy.rhoades@austintexas.gov) STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Staff recommendation is to grant an amendment to planned unit development (PUD) district zoning as shown in the Revised Zoning Exhibit for the Proposed Height Increase (Attachment A). For a summary of the basis of Staff’s recommendation, see pages 2 and 3. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: June 28, 2022: CITY COUNCIL ACTION: July 28, 2022: ORDINANCE NUMBER: ISSUES: The Southwood Neighborhood Association supports the proposed PUD amendment. Please refer to correspondence attached to the back of this Staff report. EXHIBITS AND ATTACHMENTS TO THE STAFF REPORT: Exhibits A and A-1: Zoning Map and Aerial Applicant’s Summary Letter and Revised Zoning Exhibit for the Proposed Height Increase (Attachment A) 1998 Amended Land Use Plan (Attachment B), and Original and Amended PUD Ordinances (Attachment C) C814-95-0001.02 Page 2 Correspondence Received CASE MANAGER COMMENTS: The South Austin Medical Center PUD is bounded by West Ben White Boulevard Eastbound Service Road and main lanes to the north, medical offices across James Casey Street to the east (LO-V-NP; LR-V-NP), medical offices to the south (GO-V-NP; LO-V-NP; LO-NP), and the Union Pacific Railroad tracks to the west. The PUD and surrounding properties to the east and south are located within the Hospital Special District established by the South Austin Combined (South Manchaca) Neighborhood Plan approved by Council in November 2014. Please refer to Exhibits A (Zoning Map) and A-1 (Aerial View). The PUD was approved by Council in June 1996 and is limited to uses allowed in the general office (GO) zoning district, along with hospital services (general) as an additional permitted use of the property, and established specific development standards including height (C814- 95-0001). The first amendment to the PUD was approved by Council in October 1998 and resulted in the addition of three adjacent lots along James Casey Street. The purpose of the PUD amendment is to facilitate the creation of additional capacity for more than 140 hospital beds. Specifically, the proposed PUD amendment would increase the allowable height from 60 feet …
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET DISTRICT: 3 CASE: C814-95-0001.02 – South Austin Medical Center ZONING FROM / TO: PUD-NP to PUD-NP, to change a condition of zoning ADDRESS: 901, 1001 West Ben White Boulevard, and 4210, 4214, 4300, 4302, 4304, 4306 James Casey Street SITE AREA: 17.30 acres PROPERTY OWNER: St. David’s Healthcare Partnership, LP, LLP (Mark Worsham) AGENT: Armbrust & Brown, PLLC (Michael Whellan) CASE MANAGER: Wendy Rhoades (512-974-7719, wendy.rhoades@austintexas.gov) STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Staff recommendation is to grant an amendment to planned unit development (PUD) district zoning as shown in the Revised Zoning Exhibit for the Proposed Height Increase (Attachment A). For a summary of the basis of Staff’s recommendation, see pages 2 and 3. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: June 28, 2022: CITY COUNCIL ACTION: July 28, 2022: ORDINANCE NUMBER: ISSUES: The Southwood Neighborhood Association supports the proposed PUD amendment. Please refer to correspondence attached to the back of this Staff report. EXHIBITS AND ATTACHMENTS TO THE STAFF REPORT: Exhibits A and A-1: Zoning Map and Aerial Applicant’s Summary Letter and Revised Zoning Exhibit for the Proposed Height Increase (Attachment A) 1998 Amended Land Use Plan (Attachment B), and Original and Amended PUD Ordinances (Attachment C) C814-95-0001.02 Page 2 Correspondence Received CASE MANAGER COMMENTS: The South Austin Medical Center PUD is bounded by West Ben White Boulevard Eastbound Service Road and main lanes to the north, medical offices across James Casey Street to the east (LO-V-NP; LR-V-NP), medical offices to the south (GO-V-NP; LO-V-NP; LO-NP), and the Union Pacific Railroad tracks to the west. The PUD and surrounding properties to the east and south are located within the Hospital Special District established by the South Austin Combined (South Manchaca) Neighborhood Plan approved by Council in November 2014. Please refer to Exhibits A (Zoning Map) and A-1 (Aerial View). The PUD was approved by Council in June 1996 and is limited to uses allowed in the general office (GO) zoning district, along with hospital services (general) as an additional permitted use of the property, and established specific development standards including height (C814- 95-0001). The first amendment to the PUD was approved by Council in October 1998 and resulted in the addition of three adjacent lots along James Casey Street. The purpose of the PUD amendment is to facilitate the creation of additional capacity for more than 140 hospital beds. Specifically, the proposed PUD amendment would increase the allowable height from 60 feet …
From: Michael Curry Sent: Monday, June 27, 2022 5:09 PM To: Shaw, Todd - BC <BC-Todd.Shaw@austintexas.gov>; Schneider, Robert - BC <BC- Robert.Schneider@austintexas.gov>; Thompson, Jeffrey - BC <bc-Jeffrey.Thompson@austintexas.gov>; Praxis, Solveij - BC <BC-Solveij.Praxis@austintexas.gov>; Mushtaler, Jennifer - BC <BC- Jennifer.Mushtaler@austintexas.gov>; Hempel, Claire - BC <BC-Claire.Hempel@austintexas.gov>; Howard, Patrick - BC <BC-Patrick.Howard@austintexas.gov>; Llanes, Carmen - BC <bc- Carmen.Llanes@austintexas.gov>; Cox, Grayson - BC <BC-Grayson.Cox@austintexas.gov>; Azhar, Awais - BC <BC-Awais.Azhar@austintexas.gov>; Anderson, Greg - BC <bc-Greg.Anderson@austintexas.gov>; Flores, Yvette - BC <bc-Yvette.Flores@austintexas.gov>; Shieh, James - BC <bc- James.Shieh@austintexas.gov>; Singh, Arati - BC <BC-Arati.Singh@austintexas.gov> Cc: Chaffin, Heather <Heather.Chaffin@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov> Subject: June 28 Agenda Items 1 and 2 - NPA-2022-0027.01; C14-2022-0021 *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Chairman Shaw and Commissioners, Please see the attached letter submitted on behalf of the Bryker Woods Neighborhood Association. Greg Underwood, BWNA President, is out of town and asked me to file this with you. Thank you, Michael Curry -----Original Message----- From: A X Sent: Tuesday, March 15, 2022 9:03 PM To: Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov> Subject: Case No NPA-2022-007.01 *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Hi Maureen - I’d like to lodge my objection to this rezoning request for 1809 W 35th Street. Given the significant development efforts in our area (Oakmont, Rosedale, Ridglea, etc), what is COA doing to ensure sufficient and sustainable infrastructure for the number of rezoning changes? The nearby Grove (mixed use) and Westminister developments have increased traffic and non-stop construction/noise for 2-3 years. Our neighborhoods are now more unsafe and less enjoyable than they were 10 years ago. Urban density does not lead to better and more affordable housing (see Austin, Seattle, and Portland as examples). Other than MEA Real Estate Ventures would like to make money, how does rezoning this property improve our neighborhood and quality of life? Thanks for listening, Angela
MECHANICAL AND PLUMBING BOARD Tuesday June 28, 2022 @ 9:30 AM- IN PERSON PERMITTING DEVELOPMENT CENTER/ 4TH FLOOR, CONF RM 4001 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR AUSTIN, TEXAS Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register, contact rick.arzola@austintexas. Stephen Cox-Chair (Renteria); Robert Thornton-V Chair (Kitchen); Bianca Tafares (Adler), Joe Cooper (Madison) Joseph Hernandez (Fuentes), Alex Ramirez (Kelly), Kyle Smith (Pool), CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Bobbi Joe Foster (Ellis), David Nichols (Tovo); Bill Harris(Alter) AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES- Minutes from Regular Called Meeting from April 26, 2022 2. DISCUSSION buildings a. Discussion- Requirements for water conservation and reuse for commercial b. Discussion- Interpretation of below grade full level parking garage c. Discussion- New code and the Amendments- Are we adopting the U-codes of 2021 or skipping to following code section. 3. 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. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call Rick Arzola at Development Services Department, Building Inspections, at (512) 974-2417, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISPANIC/LATINO QUALITY OF LIFE RESOURCE ADVISORY COMMISSION TUESDAY, JUNE 28, 2022 AT 5:30 PM AUSTIN CITY HALL – BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 1101 301 W 2ND St, AUSTIN, TX 78701 Some members of the Commission may be 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: Call or email the board liaison at Amanda.Jasso@austintexas.gov or 512-974-9107. The information required is the speaker name, item number(s) they wish to speak on if applicable, email address and telephone number (must be the same number that will be used to call into the meeting). AGENDA CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Amanda Afifi, District 2, Chair Sharon Vigil, District 7, Vice-Chair Ricardo Garay, District 3 Jesus Perales, District 8 Daniela Silva, District 1 Dulce Castañeda, District 10 CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Each speaker will have three minutes to speak Maria C. Solis, District 5 Felicia Peña, Mayor Sandy Ramirez, District 6 District 4 – Vacant District 9 - Vacant 1. APPROVAL OF MAY MEETING MINUTES 2. NEW BUSINESS – The Commission may discuss and make recommendations on the following: a. Welcome Commissioner Dulce Castañeda, representative for District 10. b. Austin Public Health’s Community Health Worker Hub, presented by Laura LaFuente, Interim Assistant Director. c. Economic Development Department and Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) Funded Programs, presented by Meghan Wells, Cultural Arts Division Manager; Erica Shamaly, Music and Entertainment Division Manager; and Melissa Alvarado, Heritage Tourism Division Manager. d. Capital Metro’s two potential new fare programs: fare capping and Equifare, a new discounted fare category. e. Tesla Gigafactory and community concerns 3. OLD BUSINESS Discussion and possible action: a. Health Work Group (Commissioner Garay) b. Representatives to Joint Inclusion Committee (Chair Afifi and Vice-Chair Vigil) c. Representatives to Commission on Seniors (Commissioner Solis) d. Budget and Policy Priorities Work Group (Chair Afifi, Vice-Chair Vigil, & Commissioners Peña, Silva, and Perales) e. Education and Youth Mental Health Work Group (Chair Afifi and Vice-Chair Vigil) f. Reimagining Public Safety Work Group (Chair Afifi and Commissioner Peña) g. Arts and Culture Work Group (Chair Afifi) h. Strategic Initiatives and HLQOL Report (Vice-Chair Vigil, Chair Afifi, and Commissioners Garay, …
Overview of the Community Health Worker Hub June 28, 2022 LAURA G. LA FUENTE – INTERIM ASSISTANT DIRECTOR LISA BLACKWELL - PROGRAM SUPERVISOR Community Health Worker “A community health worker is a frontline public health worker who is a trusted member of and/or has an unusually close understanding of the community served. This trusting relationship enables the worker to serve as a liaison/link/intermediary between health/social services and the community to facilitate access to services and improve the quality and cultural competence of service delivery.” The Path to the Hub 2019 – Request for Career Ladder Progression for Community Health Worker (CHW) Family. 2019/2020 – Internal plans developed to launch a CHW HUB 2021 – Reimagining Public Safety Taskforce Public Health Recommendations August 2021 – Community Health Worker titles within the City of Austin. August 2021 - $500,000 in one-time funding for the creation of the CHW Network and Training. March 2022 – Austin Public Health approved for a certification training program for Community Health Workers. Community Health Worker and Community Health Worker Instructor Community Health Worker (CHW) • Liaison and trusted messenger • Advocates • Connects Community Health Worker Instructor (CHW-I) Trains other CHWs • 160 hr certification • Continuing Education course (CEU) Certification for Community Health Workers Who can be a Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Certified Community Health Worker? Texas resident 16 yrs. old + Training • Class Instruction – Completion 160-hour approved class instruction OR • Experience – At least 1000 hrs. of CHW experience CHW Core Competencies Communication Skills Interpersonal Skills Service Coordination Skills Capacity-Building Skills Advocacy Skills Teaching Skills Organizational Skills Knowledge Base on Specific Health Issues Training for CHW Certification Option 1 - Class Instruction Option 2 - Experience • Approved DSHS training program • 160 hours • Virtual and In-person learning options OR • 1000 cumulative hours of community health work services • Within last three (3) years. • Experience verified with the supervisor(s) noted in the application. • Virtual Class – Tuesday & Thursdays, 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm • In-Person – Saturdays, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm • May 21st – September 10th Class Set Up • 2 cohorts Current Enrollment • Virtual – 21 • In-person – 19 Marketing Staffing • Current APH Instructors • Staffing Challenges 160 hr. training course • Word-of-Mouth from APH CHW Instructors • Promo Flyer • Total sign-ups for classes …
FY23 Cultural Funding Programs Update CITY OF AUSTIN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT JUNE 28, 2022 Concerns of Inequitable Distribution* Problem: we are trying to address 50 years of inequitable distribution of funding through the Cultural Funding programs due to the historical policies, practices, and (in)accessibility of our programs. *Data shows leadership/staff demographics FY15-FY 21 only. We recognize this is only one indicator. Equitable Funding Review Goal The desired goal is to sustain and grow Austin’s cultural infrastructure so that all may share in the economic and employment benefits of the heritage preservation and creative sectors, as well as upholding the City’s commitment to racial equity per the City of Austin’s Equity Office standards and goals. Cultural Funding Review Process Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 4.5 Launch + Listen Record + Analyze Equity Audit 9 1 0 2 • 1 town hall • 2 workshops • 39 listening sessions • 540 participants • 1,160 engagement hours • Feedback compiled and synthesized • Organized into specific themes and directions for further discussion • Staff assessment of programs • Equity trainings for staff and commissions • Heritage Tourism and Music and Entertainment added • Process audit with ODD • MJR Recommendations Program Development • 1500+ hours of staff planning • 2 public presentations • Feedback: comment box, 1:1 meetings, Q+A, direct communications, Commission meetings 2 0 2 2 Program Refinement • 1 presentation • Regular VOOH and 3 guided discussions • Arts Commission chats • Feedback collection including survey • Feedback will be used to refine the program before official launch • Evaluation is ongoing! Feedback informed every aspect of program development including program priorities, application scoring, rubrics, and process improvements. Holistic Funding Ecosystem Nexus Nurture new and emerging applicants by funding creative public projects developed through community activation and/or collaboration. Elevate Creative and administrative expenses of cultural producers that amplify equity and prioritize inclusive programming. Thrive Focused investment to sustain and grow arts organizations that are deeply rooted in, and reflective of Austin’s diverse cultures. Pilot Program Nexus in Detail Goal Contract Term Type of Funding Who can apply? Selection Process Draft Total Available Funds Draft Award Amounts Draft Number of Awardees Individuals/ Groups* (*cooperatives, non-profit organizations, businesses, partnerships, etc.) Encourage new talent Nexus 6 Months Project Funding Only 3 COA Staff + Rubric ~$500,000 $5,000 100 (50 per cycle; 2 cycles/year) Pilot Program Elevate in Detail Elevate Elevate …
Potential Fare Programs Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission | June 28, 2022 Agency Core Values INNOVATION EQUITY SUSTAINABILITY TRANSPARENCY SAFETY 2 Agenda • Fare Strategy Review • Potential Fare Programs powered by Amp • Fare Capping • Equifare • Title VI Analysis • Community Engagement • Next Steps 3 Fare Strategy Review Addresses transit affordability and other population needs (i.e., low income and per Title VI, race, color, etc.) Incorporates alternative fare structures (e.g., capped fares for all riders) Supports equity in future fare adjustments in alignment with Project Connect Integrated Financial Model Equity CapMetro Fare Strategy Technology Encourages increased ridership while maintaining sustainable revenue stream Maintains and creates programs for various demographics (e.g., senior citizens, military, employer- sponsored, ILAs) Encourages contactless payments, other innovations and integrations 4 CapMetro wants to make our fares more equitable. We know that our customers pay for their transit passes one trip at a time instead of taking advantage of the savings that come with day or monthly passes. Proposed Fare Programs powered by Amp Fare Capping Equifare Fare capping limits how much you pay for all your trips in a day, week or month. An additional discounted fare category for income-eligible customers 5 What is Fare Capping? Fare capping limits how much you pay for all your trips in a day, week or month. Fare capping makes sure that customers: • Never pay more than the total cost of a Day Pass in a calendar day • Never pay more than the total cost of a monthly pass in a calendar month 6 Here's how fare capping works on MetroBus: When you pay for 2 single rides in one day, you earn a Daily Cap and ride free the rest of the day. Your daily spending is capped at $2.50 total! 7 Fare Capping - Monthly Cap When you pay for 33 single rides in a calendar month, you earn a Monthly Cap, and ride free the rest of the month. • Your monthly spending is capped at $41.25 total! • Monthly Cap • 33 Paid Rides • 17 Days of Riding • Benefit: ride free up to 14 days per calendar month 8 How to Get Fare Capping: Amp Account • Get Amp, by physical card or CapMetro App • Load money to your account - this is called stored value! • Tap your card or scan your app to …
To: Elon Musk 1 Tesla Road Austin, TX 78725 June 14, 2022 Communities Request Dialogue and Partnership from Tesla towards Sustainable Development in Del Valle Given that: Tesla’s arrival in 2020 – with significant tax abatements – was met with community optimism that the company would provide high quality jobs for residents of southeastern Travis County, along with many other hoped-for community benefits. Given that: Tesla has rapidly constructed one of the nation’s largest car factories east of Austin, adjacent to communities of color that have historically endured environmental injustices, making dialogue with Tesla’s neighbors all the more necessary. Given that: Tesla needs to have frequent and sufficient contact with the community most impacted by their project, and expectations that the company go beyond the limited requirements of their economic incentive deal with Travis County. THEREFORE, to address community concerns, we propose a series of public meetings with Tesla, in collaboration with Travis County and the City of Austin—in order to ultimately reach a written “contract with the community” that would help guide the company as it makes plans for corporate social responsibility programs in the future. Our coalition of groups, as the Tesla Outreach Community Alliance (or TOCA), has begun this process by laying out the following list of potential efforts we hope that Tesla would undertake, divided into four categories: On Labor • Develop plans to hire otherwise qualified people living near the plant who need language training or other language accommodations On Partnership • Develop plans – including job fairs – to hire people who do not have access to web recruiting tools • Improve plans to hire otherwise qualified people who are reentering from the criminal legal system • Establish a Community Advisory Panel of neighbors and grassroots groups • Report regular status updates to the public on the progress towards these community needs • Fund anti-displacement programs to support neighboring communities On the Environment On Infrastructure of Austin • Improve protection of water quality from stormwater runoff and hazardous waste, and ensure air quality is not degraded • Develop an ecological conservation and restoration plan for Tesla’s riverfront property, and plans for a community park • Enhance measures to mitigate flood risk for downstream communities • Help fund the extension of water and sewer pipelines to connect nearby neighborhoods to utility service from the City • Commit to the completion of the Harold Green Road …
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD June 27, 2022 – 6:00 PM City Hall Chambers, Room 1001 301 W. Second Street, Austin, Texas 78701 Some members of the Parks and Recreation Board will 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 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 call or email the board liaison at 512-974-6716 or Tim.Dombeck@austintexas.gov PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MEMBERS: Laura Cottam Sajbel (D-9), Chair Sarah Faust (D-5), Vice-Chair Nina Rinaldi (D-1) Anna Di Carlo (D-2) Patrick Moore (D-3) Kathryn Flowers (D-4) Lisa Hugman (D-6) Nancy Barnard (D-7) AGENDA Kim Taylor (D-8) Dawn Lewis (D-10) Richard DePalma (Mayor) CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the Parks and Recreation Board regular meeting of May 23, 2022. B. NEW BUSINESS: PRESENTATION, DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS 1. Presentation, discussion and possible action on Permanent Wastewater Use and Temporary Work Area, not to exceed 600 Calendar Days on parkland located at Jimmy Clay Golf Course, Roy Kizer Golf Course, Onion Creek Soccer Complex, Onion Creek Metropolitan Park N. Entrance, and Onion Creek Metropolitan Park S. Entrance. Total Mitigation is $818,542. (SD23 Strategies: Govt that Works for All) Presenter(s): Brent Crawford, Project Manager, Austin Water 2. Briefing on Equity Office history, purpose, and updates on the work within the City and Parks and Recreation department. (Sponsors: DePalma) (SD23 Strategies: Economic Opportunity & Affordability, Health & Environment, Culture & Lifelong Learning, Govt that Works for All; PARD Long Range Strategies: Operational Efficiency, Park Access for All, Program Alignment) Page 1 of 2 3. Briefing on the progress of the draft Commercial Parkland Dedication Ordinance for commuters and associated community feedback and resources. (SD23 Strategies: Economic Opportunity & Affordability, Health & Environment, Culture & Lifelong Learning, Mobility, Govt that Works for All; PARD Long Range Strategies: Relief from Urban Life, Urban Public Spaces, Park Access for All) Presenter(s): Paul Books, Planner III, Robynne Heymans, …
Onion Creek Reclaimed Water Main Phase 1 (South Austin PARD areas) Parks & Recreation Board | June 27, 2022 Brent Crawford, EIT Austin Water What is Reclaimed Water? Benefits Reduces potable water demand Increases potable water savings Enhances water quality downstream of treatment plants Usage Irrigation Water Tower Cooling Manufacturing Toilet Flushing PARD Annual Irrigation Savings $1.44 million / 406 million gallons water saved Bartholomew District Park Morris Williams Golf Jimmy Clay Golf Course Govalle Neighborhood Course Onion Creek Metro Park Republic Square Roy G. Guerrero Metro Roy Kizer Golf Course Park Park Wooldridge Square Hancock Golf Course Onion Creek Reclaimed Main Phase 1 Nearly 3.5 miles of new reclaimed water main Sponsored by Austin Water, managed by Public Works $140,000 additional irrigation savings • Dove Springs ball and soccer fields • Onion Creek soccer complex • Onion Creek Metro Park Also serves public & private customers • Goodnight Ranch • Widen Elementary • Mendez Middle School Parkland Easements and Impacts Mitigation Overview Project Location: 5400 Jimmy Clay Drive thru 8652 Nuckols Crossing Road Austin, TX 78744 Easements needed in 5 parks 1.) Dove Springs Soccer Fields 2.) Clay- Kizer Golf Course 3.) Onion Creek Soccer Fields 4.) Onion Creek Metro Park (N. Entrance) 5.) Onion Creek Metro Park (S. Entrance) Construction duration = September 2022 to July 2024 Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) to be used for creek crossings (trenchless) Plans in place to mitigate impacts to park visitors All parkland will be restored to existing condition or better Dove Springs EASEMENTS NEEDED: Permanent Reclaimed Waterline: 0.610 acres Temporary Construction: 2.366 acres Usage • Staging Area (90 ft X 277 ft) • Access from George St. (45 ft X 300 ft) • HDD Staging Area (100 ft X 200 ft) IMPACTS MITIGATION: Pathway to be maintained to Recreation Center Permanent & Temporary Use Mitigation will not apply per PARD service request (No Ch.26) Jimmy Clay EASEMENTS NEEDED: Permanent Reclaimed Waterline: 0.909 acres Temporary Construction: 2.250 acres Usage: • Access from Jimmy Clay Dr. / HDD Staging Area (90 ft X 180 ft) IMPACTS MITIGATION: Traffic Control for Jimmy Clay Parking Lot Golf Cart Paths, Asphalt, Curb & Gutter of parking lot to be …
M E M O R A N D U M O F U N D E R S T A N D I N G M.O.U. # 22-003 Robert Goode, P.E. Interim Director, Austin Water Department Kimberly McNeeley, CPRP Director, Parks and Recreation Department TO: FROM: SUBJECT: Onion Creek Reclaimed Water Main DATE: Austin Water is allowed to use the parkland located at Jimmy Clay Golf Course, Roy Kizer Golf Course, Onion Creek Soccer Complex, Onion Creek Metropolitan Park (N. Entrance), and Onion Creek Metropolitan Park (S. Entrance) as indicated in the attachments. 6/15/2022 TCAD Value per Square Foot Area Required for Temporary Use (Square Feet) $8 $7 $7 98,010 253,020 107,208 Duration (days) Area Required for Permanent Use (Square Feet) Temporary Use Calculated Fee1 Permanent Use Calculated Fee2 90 60 60 39,596 30,928 29,550 $29,950 $44,631 $112,932 $76,377 $19,620 $75,711 $7 59,369 206 23,226 $35,228 $56,197 Parkland Jimmy Clay Golf Course Roy Kizer Golf Course Onion Creek Soccer Complex Onion Creek Metropolitan Park (N. Entrance) Onion Creek Metropolitan Park (S. Entrance) $10 144,521 662,128 184 600 51,836 175,136 $113,466 $242,894 Total: $185,792 $507,007 $749,902 [1] Includes 15% rate of return for temporary uses [2] Includes adjustment for 35% construction disturbance value based on limitations on future development of parkland. Roy Kizer Golf Course Revenue Mitigation Daily Rate $ $ 2,288 No. of Days Mitigation Amt. 30 68,640 Mitigation to be paid to PARD Golf Division = $332,530 (Clay/Kiser/Revenue loss) Mitigation to be paid to PARD = $486,014 (Onion Creek Soccer Complex, Onion Creek Metro N. Entrance, Onion Creek Metro S. Entrance) Total Mitigation Amount to be paid to PARD = $818,542 Extension/modification of parkland use must receive prior written approval from PARD. Additional fees will be assessed at the same daily rate as stated in Attachment “A” of this M.O.U. 1 of 2 Phone Number: 512-974-3542 Austin Water Department Point of Contact is: Brent Crawford Parks and Recreation Department Point of Contact is: Gregory Montes Phone Number: 512-974-9458 Parks & Recreation Board: City Council Approval: ____________________________________________________________ Kimberly McNeeley, CPRP Director, Parks and Recreation Department CONCURRENCE ____________________________________________________________ Robert Goode, P.E. Interim Director Director, Austin Water Date Date Attachment A: Mitigation Calculation Attachment B: Map Exhibit 2 of 2
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ATTACHMENT "A" - MOU MITIGATION FEES CALCULATION WORKSHEET - SUMMARY Project: Onion Creek Reclaimed Water Line MOU # 22-003 Parkland Jimmy Clay Golf Course Roy Kizer Golf Course Onion Creek Soccer Complex Onion Creek Metropolitan Park (N. Entrance) Onion Creek Metropolitan Park (S. Entrance) [1] Includes 15% rate of return for temporary uses TCAD Value per Square Foot $8 $7 $7 $7 $10 Area Required for Temporary Use (Square Feet) 98,010 253,020 107,208 59,369 144,521 662,128 Duration (days) Area Required for Permanent Use (Square Feet) Temporary Use Calculated Fee1 Permanent Use Calculated Fee2 Golf Course Revenue Mitigation 90 60 60 206 184 600 39,596 30,928 29,550 23,226 51,836 175,136 $29,950 $44,631 $19,620 $35,228 $113,466 $242,894 $112,932 $76,377 $75,711 $56,197 $185,792 $507,007 Total: $68,640 $68,640 $818,542 [2] Includes adjustment for 35% construction disturbance value based on limitations on future devevelopment for that portion of parkland (see tab for Disturbance Value Table) [3] Golf Course Revenue Mitigation (Daily Rate $2,288) x (No. Days 30) Jimmy Clay Golf Course Property ID Land Value 295484 295485 295486 295487 Avg Square Feet 7,517 7,361 7,224 7,350 7,363 $60,000 $60,000 $60,000 $60,000 $60,000 Avg/SF $8 Roy Kizer Golf Course Property ID Land Value 296185 296184 296183 296182 Avg Square Feet 13,464 7,396 6,534 6,621 8,504 $60,000 $60,000 $60,000 $60,000 $60,000 Avg/SF $7 Onion Creek Soccer Complex Property ID Land Value 296379 296378 296377 296376 Avg Square Feet 6,356 7,505 8,124 11,620 8,401 $60,000 $60,000 $60,000 $66,000 $61,500 Avg/SF $7 Onion Creek Metro Park N. Entrance Property ID Land Value 556062 556061 556017 556018 Avg Square Feet 8,757 9,109 10,002 6,849 8,679 $60,000 $60,000 $60,000 $60,000 $60,000 Avg/SF $7 Onion Creek Metro Park S. Entrance Property ID Land Value 774096 774097 774040 774041 Avg Square Feet 5,171 5,933 8,005 4,620 5,932 $60,000 $60,000 $63,000 $60,000 $60,750 Avg/SF $10 Disturbance Values Area can still be developed with minimal or no limitations (underground work/materials with no/few above ground appurtenances/fixtures) Area can still be developed with moderate limitations (underground work/materials with some small/medium appurtenances/fixtures) Development severely limited (underground work/materials with large or several small/medium appurtenances/fixtures) No future park development possible in the area - dedicated to installation (underground and/or surface appurtenances/fixtures) 35% 50% 75% 100%
History of Equity Office & PARD Efforts In 2015: Austin is the best place to live in the nation according to U.S. News and World Report & One of the most economically segregated cities in the U.S. according to the Martin Prosperity Institute Community Organized for Accountability And Led To… • In 2015, Council passed a resolution creating the Equity Office to administer an Equity Tool • After an extensive search and interview process, Chief Equity Officer Brion Oaks was hired in October 2016 “Maintaining the Spirit of the Resolution” • Brion intentionally followed the resolution, engaging the community whose organizing resulted in the Office • Co-created the Equity Assessment Tool, and defined “equity” for the City of Austin • Volunteers dedicated over 900 hours in the process 5 City Equity Definition Racial equity is the condition when race no longer predicts a person’s quality of life outcomes in our community. The City recognizes that race is the primary determinant of social equity and therefore we begin the journey toward social equity with this definition. The City of Austin recognizes historical and structural disparities and a need for alleviation of these wrongs by critically transforming its institutions and creating a culture of equity. A Framework for Equity Equity Lens What do you know about the racial history of Austin? Indigenous Peoples and Land Indigenous Peoples and Land Acknowledging How We Got Here Inheriting inequality “As greater Austin booms, the poisonous legacy of segregation continues to cut off the African-American population from economic opportunities and its own cultural anchors, threatening the whole region's potential.” -An American-Statesmanthree-part series http://projects.statesman.com/news/economic-mobility/ 1928 Plan “There has been considerable talk in Austin, as well as other cities, in regard to the race segregation problem. This problem cannot be solved legally under any zoning law known to us at present. Practically all attempts of such have been unconstitutional.” pg. 66 First Ward Boundaries of Austin’s First Ward or “Austin’s Mexico” 6th Street to the North Colorado River to the South Congress Avenue to the East Rio Grande Street to the West Many families settled along Shoal Creek Creating the “Negro District” A New Deal program was proposed that would reinforce segregationist boundaries in Austin and throughout the country. The program, designed to restore household wealth during the Great Depression, used redlining -- the practice of denying goods or services to racially determined neighborhoods -- to specifically exclude …
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MAY 23, 2022 MINUTES The Parks and Recreation Board convened in a regular meeting on Monday, May 23, 2022, at 301 W. Second Street, Austin Texas Chair Cottam Sajbel called the meeting to order at 6:02 PM Board Members in Attendance: Laura Cottam Sajbel, Dawn Lewis, Richard DePalma, Nina Rinaldi (arrives 6:11 PM), Anna Di Carlo, Patrick Moore, Lisa Hugman. Board Members in Attendance Remotely: Sarah Faust (left at 8:20 PM), Nancy Barnard. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Laura Spraggins – Festival Beach Community Garden Claire Krebbs – Festival Beach Community Garden Lauren Loney - Festival Beach Community Garden Brian Cassidy – Bridges on the Park Condominium Association Scott Cobb – Barton Springs Lifeguard Malcom Yeatts – EROC Contact Team Sharon Blythe – Friends of Austin Memorial Park Zack Jurasek – Glow Row Kevin Renis – Austin Rowing Club Michael Cannatti – Barton Springs Conservancy Hoppy Goddin - Bridges on the Park Condominium Association Aubrea Rudder – Austin Rowing Club A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Board Member Moore made a motion to approve the minutes of the Parks and Recreation Board Regular Meeting of April 25, 2022. Board Member Hugman seconded the motion. The motion passed on a vote of 9-0 with Board Member Taylor absent and one vacancy. B. NEW BUSINESS: PRESENTATION, DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS 1. Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding the City of Austin’s food plan development process. Edwin Marty, Food Policy Manager, City of Austin Office of Sustainability gave a presentation and answered questions. No action was taken on this item. Page 1 of 3 2. Briefing on the terms of the Park Operations and Maintenance Agreement with The Trail Foundation for portions of the Town Lake Metropolitan Park. Christine Chute Canul, Program Manager II, Parks and Recreation Department and Heidi Anderson, CEO, The Trail Foundation gave a briefing and answered questions. 3. Briefing on the progress of the draft Commercial Parkland Dedication Ordinance and associated community feedback and resources. Robynne Heymans, Planner Sr., Parks and Recreation Department gave a briefing and answered questions. 4. Presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding the recommendation to approve the conditional use permit (CUP) at Republic Square for the dale of alcohol. Reynaldo Hernandez, Project Manager, Parks and Recreation Department gave a presentation and answered questions. Board Member Barnard made a motion to postpone action on the Republic Square CUP until the June 2022 meeting of the …
Austin Parks and Recreation Department Briefing on: Parkland Dedication Requirements for Commercial Developments Paul Books, Planner III; Robynne Heymans, Planner Senior; Thomas Rowlinson, Principal Planner; Randy Scott, Program Manager - Parks and Recreation Department June 27th, 2022 1 Updated Formula Required parkland = 9.4 acres X Functional Population 1,000 people • 9.4 acres per 1,000 people equals the established parks level of service • Functional Population is the estimated commuter workforce of a new development discounted by their relative opportunity to access parkland, representing the full-time equivalent population of new development • Functional Population = SF per Employee X Occupancy Rate X Operation Time X Percent Commuter from Outside City Limits Sources: 1. City of Austin Demographer 2. U.S. Census OnTheMap Figures are preliminary and subject to change 2 2 Updated Functional Population Office: 300 sq ft / person1 X occupancy rate for use (92 percent)2 X operation time (23.8 percent) X percent commuter (58 percent)3 Retail: 550 sq ft / person1 X occupancy rate for use (95 percent)4 X operation time (37.5 percent) X percent commuter (58 percent)3 Industrial: 2,500 sq ft / person1 X occupancy rate for use (94 percent)2 X operation time (70.8 percent) X percent commuter (58 percent)3 2. Austin area occupancy rates for office and industrial derived from the Chamber of Commerce 'Austin Area Profile' reflecting occupancy by use in Q2 2021 Sources: 1. Employee density based on conservative estimates by the U.S. Green Building Council 3. U.S. Census OnTheMap, LEHD 2019 4. Retail occupancy based on NAI Partners report published in Q2 2021 Figures are preliminary and subject to change 3 3 Updated Requirements Land Dedication – 9.4 Acres per 1,000 functional population Fee-in-Lieu – $3,781.32 per functional population Development Fee – $351.85 per functional population Per SF by Use Category: Retail Office Fee-in-Lieu Development Fee Total: $1.6007/SF $0.1489/SF $1.7497/SF $1.4206/SF $0.1322/SF $1.5528/SF Industrial $0.5838/SF $0.0543/SF $0.6382/SF Figures are preliminary and subject to change 4 4 Preliminary Community Input SpeakUp Austin – 196 Respondents (May 9-June 10) - Survey remains open till July 10th How often do you access public parks before, during, or after work? How do you think a commercial parkland dedication ordinance might impact a business' operations for employees, visitors, or patrons? Reoccurring Themes Changes in commuting patterns due to COVID-19 Impacts on affordability Applicability and Exemptions Procedures and Clarifications • • • • 5 50.8% 17.9% 11.8% 11.3% 8.2% 16.4% …
DRAFT 2022-2023 Commuter Commercial Parkland Fee Calculation Methodology In 2022 the City Council approved Ordinance XXXXXXXXXX which created a formula to determine the commercial fees required in-lieu of parkland dedication. The Ordinance requires an annual adoption of the parkland dedication fees during the annual fee schedule process. The fee calculation methodologies are established in § 25-X-XXX The below 2022-2023 fees reflect the Council approved calculation methodology to be adopted annually. Several of the variables in the formula are static from year to year, including the square feet per person and the operations hours. Some of the variables will be reevaluated each year based on publicly available data, such as the occupancy rate and the percent commuter workforce, as well as the fees-in-lieu of parkland land dedication and park development. The only variable in the above formula that is unique to the new development is the total square feet of the development. Variables Calculation Factor Description Parkland Level of Service Service Population / Park Acres Fee In-Lieu of Land 96.70 Service Population per 1 acre Park Acres City Population 10,086.32 Park Acres (excludes Metro and District Parks) Parkland Cost Factor $365,653.44 per acre 975,321 (2021 Population) Current City Population Average land cost of acres purchased over the last five years Park Development 4,046.98 Service Population per park Facilities Level of Service Service Population / Number of Developed Parks Number of Developed Parks City Population Park Development Cost Factor 241 975,321 (2021 Population) $1,423,928.42 Count of all developed parks Current city population Cost of developing one Neighborhood Park Functional Population Office Employee Density 300 sq ft /person Office Occupancy 0.92 Office Operation Hours 0.238 Retail Employee Density 550 sq ft / person Retail Occupancy Retail Operation Hours 0.95 0.375 U.S. Green Building Council estimate of the square feet per person in LEED BD+C: New Constructionv4 - LEED v4. Appendix 2. Default occupancy counts Austin area occupancy rates derived from the Chamber of Commerce 'Austin Area Profile' reflecting occupancy by use in Q2 2021 Office use occurs 5 out of 7 days of the week, and 8 hours a day, equal to 23.8 percent (40 hours out of 168 hours a week) operation occupancy. U.S. Green Building Council estimate of the square feet per person in LEED BD+C: New Constructionv4 - LEED v4. Appendix 2. Default occupancy counts Retail occupancy rates derived from NAI Partners report published in Q2 2021 Retail use occurs …
Commercial Parkland Dedication Stakeholder and Advocate Responses 6/15/2022 Page 1 Category affordability Question Have you done an economic impact statement to measure the affordability impact of this proposed additional fee? $2 psf for office is not small and creates concern that office rents will be raised impacting jobs and pay rates. Response City Code § 2-5-2 states the that city manager shall prepare a fiscal note for a proposed ordinance, resolution, or policy that could create an expense for the City, including a modification to the City's budget, a capital improvement project, or a council initiated matter before it is submitted to the council. To clarify, the combined per square foot fee for office is $1.75. This fee would have a positive impact on the city's budget by accounting for the impact to the park system caused by new commercial development. PARD shall confirm with the Housing and Planning Department on the issuance of an Economic Impact Statement regarding affordability. affordability In the different categories, are there any excluded categories? Different types of businesses that don’t have to do parkland dedication? We are still evaluating the applicability of the ordinance based on stakeholder and survey feedback. Schools and governmental entities are both subject to different land development code requirements and would not be subject to the Commuter Commercial Parkland Dedication Ordinance. affordability In the office example, what is the proportion of the impact of the fees to the overall cost of the office development? affordability affordability Can you provide a list of all COA development related fees in addition to proposed commercial PLD fee, including a Brief explanation/estimate/range of what a developer would pay for each of the fees. Any language about why fees are not the reason for "affordability issues." What percent of the total project cost the PLD fees would be. According to a proforma prepared by Cummings in 2019, cost per square foot to build a typical commercial building is anywhere between $147/sq ft - $657/sq ft, depending on the construction type, in Dallas, Texas. This estimate only accounts for ‘hard costs’ of construction, not the land acquisition, building design or contractor/developer overhead. Cost of parkland dedication fees currently range from $0.63/sq ft to $1.75/sq ft depending on the commercial building category. This is equivalent to about 0.27- 0.42% of the ‘hard costs’. The Development Services Website lists several fee schedules for different types of developments: https://www.austintexas.gov/department/fees. …
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD RECOMMENDATION Recommendation Number: (YYYYMMDD-XXX): Alcohol Sales in Parks WHEREAS, city code prohibits the sale, possession, and consumption of alcoholic beverages within a public recreation area; and WHEREAS, city code permits alcoholic beverages in the spectating area of Krieg and Havins Softball Complexes, at a golf course, in a campsite, which is reserved for a specific person or event, or when an approval authorizes the possession, sale, or consumption by a person or for an event at a public recreation area; and WHEREAS, food and beverage vendors at city parks are requesting conditional use permits to allow for permanent alcohol sales; and WHEREAS, there is no guidance from City Council or other city departments on the proper restrictions or considerations for permanent alcohol sales on public park property; and WHEREAS, the site location of vendors requesting permission to sell alcoholic beverages could be close to designated children’s areas, bodies of water, or other recreation sites which could pose a safety hazard; and WHEREAS, alcohol sales on city property could necessitate increased staffing within the Parks and Recreation Department, Austin Police Department, or other city departments. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Parks and Recreation Board encourages the Austin City Council to direct the Parks and Recreation Department in alcoholic beverage sales by vendors within public recreation areas through updating city code to provide guidance and parameters. Date of Approval: _____________________________ Record of the vote: Attest: _____________________________________________ (Staff or board member can sign)
Republic Square Conditional Use Permit Parks Board Meeting May 23, 2022 City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department: Reynaldo Hernandez, PLA Project Manager Downtown Austin Alliance Foundation: Molly Alexander, Executive Director Angela Navarro, Community Outreach Coordinator WHO, WHAT AND WHY WHO is involved: City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department and the Downtown Austin Alliance Foundation WHAT is the purpose: Permit the consumption of alcohol at the designated areas in Republic Square WHY are we here: To align current permit with City of Austin Land Development Code Republic Square Conditional Use Permit (CUP) OVERVIEW AND BACKGROUND Republic Square park renovation completed in Fall 2017 Salt & Time Café received a TABC permit and began the sale of alcohol from vendor on park premises in 2020 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CUP required for sale of alcohol on public property CUP changes the zoning of the property from ‘PUBLIC’ to PARK AND RECREATION SERVICES (SPECIAL)’ which will permit the sale of alcohol on the grounds The CUP does not apply to special events. Events at Republic Square will continue to need a separate agreement for alcohol sales. Republic Square Conditional Use Permit (CUP) CUP PROCESS SUBMITTAL TO DEVELOPMENT SERVICES START JANUARY 2022 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Open House APRIL 13, 2022 PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD PLANNING COMMISSION MAY 2022 COMPLETE AUG./SEPT. 2022 The CUP does not apply to special events Events at Republic Square have a separate agreement for alcohol sale and area. Republic Square Conditional Use Permit (CUP) Republic Square Park Context TEXAS ALCOHOL BEVERAGE COMMISION • The license allows for the sale of alcohol on-premises and in designated areas. • Permit issued for a 2-year duration and is renewable. • Austin Police Department can issue citations for consumption of alcohol outside • No one under the age of 18 can sell alcohol. No one under the age of 21 can of defined boundaries. consume alcohol. Republic Square Conditional Use Permit (CUP) OPERATIONAL PLAN • Downtown Austin Alliance Park Ambassadors are present to ensure compliance with CUP from 6 am to 10 pm daily. • Downtown Austin Alliance Foundation agreement with the vendor to adhere to TABC guidelines. Republic Square Conditional Use Permit (CUP) EXAMPLES OF URBAN PARKS WHERE ALCOHOL SALE IS ALLOWED DALLAS • Klyde Warren Park • Tietze Park • Crowley Park HOUSTON • Discovery Green • Market Square Park San Antonio • Hemis Fair • Tower of the Americas • La …
Parks and Recreation Board Consideration for Pan American Neighborhood Park Renaming Proposal Kimberly McNeeley, Director Parks and Recreation Department June 27, 2022 Austin Municipal Code Process initiated to rename the Pan American Neighborhood Park (located at 307 Chicon St.) to Tony Castillo Pan American Neighborhood Park. Austin Municipal Code § 14-1-36 - REQUIREMENTS FOR NAMING OR RENAMING A PARK FACILITY. (1) PARK FACILITY means a park, significant building, sports complex, pool facility, or trail owned by the City and dedicated or used for park purposes. Significant building includes recreation, senior, cultural centers and other significant facilities used for parks and recreational purposes. (2) PARK FEATURE means a recreational improvement that is not considered a park facility and is a major component in the park facility. (3) DIRECTOR means the director of the Parks and Recreation Department. Austin Municipal Code § 14-1-37 - PARK NAMING POLICY. (A) Subject to a valid agreement governing the naming of a park facility or park feature, a park feature in a park facility may be dedicated to an individual or group to recognize a culturally significant contribution, other valuable contribution, or creditable service to the park system or the community without naming or renaming the park facility in which the feature is located. A plaque recognizing a deserving individual or group may be placed by the park feature without naming or renaming the park facility in which the plaque is placed. Additional plaques recognizing other individuals or groups may be placed at the same feature location. Each plaque may be removed only when the park feature is removed and repurposed into another park feature. Naming a park feature can be done administratively without City Council approval. Austin Municipal Code § 14-1-37 - PARK NAMING POLICY. (B) A park facility may be named for: (1) an individual who has provided a valuable contribution and creditable service to the park system and the City; (2) an individual or entity that deeds the land to the City for a park facility, contributes the estimated cost of at least 50% of the development of the park facility, and provides an endowment for the estimated 20-year maintenance costs of the park facility as estimated by the director; or (3) an individual or entity that has provided a culturally significant contribution to the surrounding area or community in which the facility exists. Austin Municipal Code § 14-1-37 - PARK NAMING POLICY. …
M E M O R A N D U M TO: Parks and Recreation Board FROM: Kimberly McNeeley, CPRP Director, Austin Parks and Recreation Department DATE: June 15, 2022 SUBJECT: Renaming Proposal for Pan American Neighborhood Park This memorandum serves as the Austin Parks and Recreation Department’s (Department) conclusion to the 90-day community engagement period following an application to rename Pan American Neighborhood Park to Tony Castillo Neighborhood Park. This memo, the attached application (Attachment A) and community input report (Attachment C) are being submitted in accordance with Austin City Code of Ordinances. Process for Renaming a Park The process for naming or renaming a park can be found in Austin City Code of Ordinances section 14-1- 36, section 14-1-37, and section 14-1-39. On March 7, 2022, the Parks and Recreation Department director notified the Parks and Recreation Board, City Manager, and City Council of an application (Attachment A) to rename Pan American Neighborhood Park to Tony Castillo Pan American Neighborhood Park, which began a 90-day period to receive public comment. The 90-day period ended on June 5, 2022. During that time, the department’s Communications and Engagement Unit: • Notified the community of the naming proposal through o email notification o social media notification o o flyers at the Oswaldo “A.B.” Cantu Pan American Recreation Center flyer at local business • Facilitated 5 community meetings (3 virtual, 2 in-person) (Attachment F). Following the 90-day period, the Director is required to submit the application and any other nominations or endorsements to the Parks and Recreation Board. This memorandum is the submission of the completed nominations and endorsements to the chair of the Parks and Recreation Board according to subsection 14-1-39(F). Pan American Neighborhood Park Background The Pan American Neighborhood Park is tied deeply to East Austin’s Mexican American and Chicano roots. In 1940, the National Youth Administration opened a community center in what is now Comal Park on 3rd and Comal in East Austin. In 1946, the Parks and Recreation Department took over management of this community center. In 1956, the center relocated to the current location on East 3rd and Chicon Street next to Zavala Elementary. A contest was held to decide the name of the center, and Dr. George I. Sanchez submitted the name “Pan American.” Through the community engagement meetings, community elders shared that the Pan American name was to honor unity across North and South America, and …
