EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER REGULAR MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2025 The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center convened in a Regular meeting on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at Permitting and Development Center – Event Center, First Floor, Room 1405 located at 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive in Austin, Texas 78752. (Some members of the ESB-MACC Advisory Board participated via videoconference.) Chair Navarro called the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Meeting to order at 6:19pm. Board Members in Attendance: Board Members in Attendance Remotely: Angelica Navarro, Chair Hilario “Larry” Amaro, Member (Arrived at 6:36pm) Lillian “Lily” Zamarripa-Saenz, Vice Chair Raul “Roy” Reyna, Member Noemi Castro, Member Alexander “Al” Duarte, Member John Estrada, Member Board Members Absent: Cynthia “Cy” Herrera, Member Anthony Martinez, Member Lynda Quintana, Member Selma Sanchez, Member Staff in Attendance: Marjorie Flanagan, ACME Division Manager of Cultural Education & Programs Michelle Rojas, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Manager Marie Ortiz, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Supervisor Tina Davila, ESB-MACC Administrative Specialist PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Speaker 1: Michael Mendoza, founder of Augzoo LLC introduced himself and shared details about his current project titled Bilingual Dinosaurs. A play involving interviewing cultural leaders with imaginative and metaphorical questions. Mendoza expressed interest in presenting a staged reading of the play at the MACC when an opportunity becomes available. He proposed scheduling the event in either the black box theater or the auditorium as a 1- or 3-day collaboration. Speaker 2: Mateo Hernandez, Board Member of Teatro Vivo, provided remarks on the organization’s longstanding relationship with the MACC. He shared a brief history of Teatro Vivo’s engagement with the 1 Center, highlighting the facilities role as a cultural home to them. As a long-time participant in the Latino Artist Access Program (LAAP), Hernandez expressed enthusiasm about the reopening of the Center but voiced concern about the lack of clear communication regarding the return of LAAP participants. He stated that Teatro Vivo has not received information about when-or if-they will be able to resume performances at the MACC. Additionally, he pointed out that although the MACC website indicated the LAAP application would open in August with decisions expected in October, the application had yet to be made available. He questioned how the MACC can effectively serve as a hub for a thriving Latino artist ecosystem if certain artists are unable to apply. He emphasized that artist require consistency and, …
AUSTIN CAPITAL DELIVERY SERVICES DEPARTMENT TO: ESB MACC Advisory Board FROM: Heidi Tse, Capital Delivery Services Project Manager DATE: September 29, 2025 SUBJECT: Mexican American Cultural Center Substantial Completion Delay ___________________________________________________________________________ This memo provides an update following our September 10, 2025, announcement regarding the delay in reopening the ESB Mexican American Cultural Center, originally scheduled for November 1, 2025. Summary of Contractor Notices and Responses • May 21, 2025: The City issued a notice to the contractor for missing the milestone to enclose the building. In response, the contractor committed to increasing workforce capacity and maintaining a six-day workweek. These efforts led to a noticeable uptick in onsite activity and trade partner engagement. • August 19, 2025: A second notice was sent due to continued issues with incomplete building enclosure (missing glass and doors) and deviations from construction documentation. The contractor requested that certain corrections be deferred to the final completion phase and sought assistance resolving an Austin Fire Department comment regarding the fire system tie-in. They also proposed using a Temporary Certificate for Stocking to allow preliminary preparations by the Office of Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment (ACME). • September 9, 2025: During a regularly scheduled project meeting, the contractor, informed the Capital Delivery Services (CDS) Project Manager that the contractor’s internal building envelope test failed. This test is a fundamental benchmark for a fully enclosed building and an important prerequisite to obtaining a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy for furniture installation and staff move-in. • September 10,2025: Announcement to the MACC Advisory Board, completion of construction has been delayed. • September 12, 2025: Following our announcement to the Board, the City formally notified the contractor that substantial completion had not been achieved and requested a revised schedule and a plan of action. The contractor submitted a proposed revised timeline on September 19, 2025. The contractor has represented to the City a substantial completion of November 3, 2025. The contractor is committed to increasing the workforce capacity and maintaining a seven-day workweek. Due to failure in meeting the contract Substantial Completion date, liquidated damages (LD) is a means of recovering losses. Damages will be determined during close-out period / post construction. We understand and share your concern regarding this delay. Our team remains committed to working diligently and collaboratively to return this cherished cultural space to the community as soon as possible. We appreciate your continued support and patience as …
ESB MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER Phase 2 Improvements Heidi Tse Capital Delivery Services Project Manager October 1, 2025 Estimated Re-opening • The Re-opening may occur sometime between the project’s substantial completion and final completion. • Substantial Completion is when the facility is deemed ready to be occupied by the owner, but other minor work still needs to be completed by the contractor. • The exact date or alignment of the Re- opening will not be known until construction has significantly progressed. • The anticipated project completion timeline is: A. B. 1. Substantial Completion (estimated November 3, 2025) 2. Re-opening (estimated January –March 2026) Project Milestones • Ceremonial Groundbreaking: December 10, 2022 • GMP 1 (Site Work) Notice to Proceed issued: August 28, 2023 • GMP 2 (Building / Landscape) Notice to Proceed issued: March 7, 2024 • Steel “Topping Out”: September 11, 2024 • Target Construction Ends: November 2025 • Target Stocking: December 2025 – January 2026 • Target Staff Move-In: January – February 2026 • Target Soft Re-Opening: February 2026 • Target Grand Re-Opening: Spring 2026 Questions ?
October 1, 2025 Mexican American Cultural Cener Rainey Street Pocket Park • Austin Capital Delivery Services Department • 64 Rainey Street • Temporary Pocket Park • Anticipated timeline Austin Capital Delivery Services Department • Collaborates with various City departments • Builds public projects that support the community • Parks and libraries • Fire/EMS stations • More 64 Rainey Street Temporary Pocket Park • Temporary park improvements at the park have been installed as of Spring 2024 with donated benches. • The murals are painted on the installed benches by students in the Caminos Teen Leadership Program. • The murals reflect and honor the students’ internship experiences and connections throughout the course of their time with the Mexican American Cultural Center. • On 5/31/2025, the Mexican American Cultural Center held a dedication ceremony for the new murals. Anticipated Timeline Planning: Fall 2025 to Spring 2026 Consultant selection Bid/Award: Summer 2027 to Fall 2027 Advertising, Bidding and Award 2026 2028 2025 2027 Design: Spring 2026 to Spring 2027 Design and Permitting Construction: Spring to Fall 2028 Construction Questions?
September 30, 2025 RE: Calhoun House Historic Landmark Designation Dear Chair Heimsath, Vice Chair Evans, and members of the Austin Historic Landmark Commission, Preservation Austin exists to empower Austinites to shape a more inclusive, resilient, and meaningful community culture through preservation. We write today in support of historic designation for 2401 Givens Avenue, also known as the Calhoun House, for its historic associations and community value. This home and the people who lived there embody the invaluable contributions Black Austinites made to our city during the 20th and 21st centuries. We are proud to partner with the home’s owner, our friend Ms. Patricia Calhoun, in preparing this much-deserved nomination. The Calhoun House was built in 1959 by Theodore “T.C.” Calhoun and Thelma Dotson Calhoun in the Rogers-Washington-Holy Cross neighborhood, one of Austin’s first suburban developments built by and for Black Austinites during segregation. The Calhouns were educators and civic leaders in Austin’s Black community during the mid-twentieth century, when “separate but equal” policies hindered Black prosperity. Mr. Calhoun was the longtime principal of Kealing Middle School, Austin’s only middle school for Black students. Mrs. Calhoun was a Jeanes supervisor for segregated rural schools and later a reading specialist. Both were active leaders of Ebenezer Third Baptist Church and held significant civic roles, including with the Austin Negro Chamber of Commerce and the Teacher’s State Association of Texas. T.C. and Thelma Calhoun created an enduring legacy and helped build community for Black Austinites, establishing a tradition of excellence in education and service that marks an inspiring chapter in Austin’s history. Their leadership lives on in their daughter Pat, who sees the Calhoun House as her personal legacy. Among her many accomplishments, Pat was a leader in the grassroots effort to designate Rogers-Washington-Holy Cross as a historic district and preserve this remarkable community’s story. Preservation Austin is honored to call Pat our partner and friend of nearly a decade. From early support for the historic district effort, to our documentary that tells the story of this incredible neighborhood, Pat’s partnership and generosity have made an indelible impact on our organization. We are thrilled and proud to support the designation of the Calhoun House as a City of Austin Landmark. Thank you for your consideration and your service to the City of Austin. Sincerely, Miriam Conner, President
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From: To: Subject: Date: Historic Preservation Office Case HR 2025-112176 - 514 East Monroe Street Sunday, September 28, 2025 9:11:44 PM External Email - Exercise Caution Ms. Wagner, As an officer and co-chair of the Parks and Environment Committee of the South River City Citizens Neighborhood Association, and a resident at 709 East Monroe, within 500 feet of the subject property, I wish to register my opposition to the proposed demolition of three contributing residences (a duplex and single-family dwelling) at 514 East Monroe Street. My opposition is based both on the buildings' historical value, and also my concern for damage to a number of protected heritage live oaks on the parcel. I would appreciate it if you circulated my views with the Commission members and entered my position in the record. Please advise me as this case evolves. Thank you. David Todd CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov".
From: To: Subject: Date: Historic Preservation Office Case Number HR-2025-112176; PR-2025-112882 (514 E Monroe Street) Monday, September 29, 2025 3:19:20 PM External Email - Exercise Caution Good afternoon, I am unsure if I am beyond the date to provide feedback, but I wanted to send an email to express my disapproval related to the planned demolition of the home(s)/structures related to the case numbers referenced in my email subject line. My disapproval stems from the following items: The single family home is generally in a good state of repair and represents the style of home original to this neighborhood. I don’t understand the purpose of having a historic preservation area if we aren’t going to preserve history We live in a similar bungalow-style home on the same block which has been restored/renovated/added on to. No reason the same work can’t be done before demolition There are numerous BEAUTIFUL LARGE live oak and other native trees on this property that I would be very concerned about damage to. Especially given the location just across the street from the park, these trees are very prominent in the neighborhood The home directly next to this one (512 E Monroe) also had an application to be demolished. The commission heard similar arguments and the home was restored and is now occupied. That home was in significantly worse condition (i.e. hypothetically would’ve been a more reasonable demolition candidate) so I wouldn’t understand why this home would be treated differently There is limited affordable housing in this neighborhood, and this property has multiple units which I fear would be replaced. We should not be removing supply from the area Let me know if you need any other information from me. But I oppose this demolition. Thank you William Lehner William Lehner Chief Financial Officer Email Disclaimer for Evergreen Residential Holdings, LLC and all affiliates and subsidiaries, including without limitation Evergreen Residential Employee Services Corp: The information contained in this e-mail, and any attachment, is confidential and is intended solely for the use of the intended recipient. Access, copying or re-use of the e-mail or any attachment, or any information contained therein, by any other person is not authorized. If you are not the intended recipient, please immediately return the e-mail to the sender and delete it and any attachment from your computer. Although we attempt to sweep e-mail and attachments for viruses, we do not guarantee …
From: To: Cc: Subject: Date: Historic Preservation Office Wagner, Sofia 514 E Monroe St - HR 2025-112176 Monday, September 29, 2025 11:49:13 PM You don't often get email from . Learn why this is important External Email - Exercise Caution Historic Preservation Staff and Historic Landmark Commissioners, As owner & resident for the past 47 years of a property within 500 feet of the proposed demolition, I OBJECT to the demolition of the Craftsman bungalow at 514 E Monroe St, a contributing structure to the Travis Heights-Fairview Park National Register Historic District. At this time, original Bungalow style structures occupy four of the 8 lots on the north side of Monroe Street's 500 block. Three of the four have been modernized yet retain their original character. One of those three has Historic Landmark designation with a 5-Star Energy Rating. 514 E Monroe Street has structural integrity, wonderful character and great potential to live on as another fine example of Craftsman bungalow architecture. The case is up for your action on Oct 01, 2025. Agenda Item 15 and can be referenced as HR2025-112176; PR-20T25-112882; GF-2025-113890. Thank you for your consideration, John L Trowbridge CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov".
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ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION 20251001-006 Date: October 01, 2025 Subject: Travis County Landfill permit #684 leakage Motion by: David Sullivan Second by: Whereas, a Travis County Landfill in NE Austin has been shown to be leaking into Walnut Creek, THEREFORE, the Environmental Commission requests that the Watershed Protection Dept. and Travis County conduct water quality monitoring upstream and downstream of the point of leakage so as to gauge the extent of contamination and communicate the findings to the City Council and County Commissioners; furthermore, if contamination is found and not addressed, then the monitoring results will be released to the local TV stations, newspapers, and online news outlets. . Vote: For: Against: Abstain: Absent: Attest: 1 of 1
Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment 2025 - 2026 Funding Guidelines Presented by Morgan Messick Assistant Director, Office of Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment (ACME) ESB-MACC Board| October 1, 2025 The Creative Reset: Phase I - Engagement Major Enhancements, Based on Feedback Guidelines User Experience Single guideline document, with standardized definitions, formatting, and department processes/policies More funding levels are available for individual artists across all programs Universal Appeals process for ACME programs Established policies on double dipping/conflict of interest, in response to Audit concerns Stacked application launch, with a single intake form entry point Measuring Program Impacts Category What the City Measures Metrics Reach & Engagement Community reach and public participation Attendance counts, demographic data Promotion Visibility and marketing efforts Event flyers, social media screenshots, VisitAustin.org listings, marketing plan analytics Impact Access Expression Resiliency Economic and cultural benefits for the creative workforce Number of jobs supported, amount of funding distributed Accessibility and inclusion for audiences and participants Diverse locations, ADA features, free/low-cost tickets/creative space, multilingual options Support for authentic artistic and cultural expression Artist reflections, new work created, creative risks taken Organizational growth, adaptability, or long- term community benefit beyond City funding New partnerships, diversified revenue, business training and professional development Thrive Grant Applications open every two years; 24-month grant agreement term Applicant Maximum Total Award Annual Award Cap Nonprofit Arts Organization with Creative Space Non-Profit Arts Organization without Creative / Cultural Space Up to $250,000 total over 2 years Up to $125,000 per year Up to $170,000 total over 2 years Up to $85,000 per year Elevate Grant Applications open on a year; 12-month grant agreement term Applicant Award Amount 501(c)(3) Arts Nonprofit operating budget greater than $300,000 Award up to $80,000 operating budget of $100,001 to $299,999 Award up to $60,000 operating budget of $50,001 to $100,000 Award up to $50,000 operating budget under $50,000 Award up to $30,000 State of Texas Nonprofits/Arts Group operating budget of $50,001 to $299,999 Award up to $40,000 operating budget under $50,000 Award up to $30,000 Individual Artist Minimum two-year production history in Austin Award up to $30,000 Nexus Grant Applications open twice a year; 12-month grant agreement term Applicant Award Amount Individual Artists/Arts Groups (Min 1 year Experience) $5,000 OR $10,000 Austin Live Music Fund Applications open every year; grant agreement term varies from 12 to 24-months For-Profit Applicant Award Amount Professional Musician & Independent Promoter $20,000 with 24-month Grant Agreement term …
From: To: Subject: Date: Historic Preservation Office; Contreras, Kalan; McKnight, Kim Demolition of 2514 Wooldridge Tuesday, September 30, 2025 1:28:15 PM You don't often get email from . Learn why this is important External Email - Exercise Caution To Whom It May Concern, We, the owners of 2510 Wooldridge Drive, object to the application to demolish 2514 Wooldridge Drive. Like many of the beautiful homes on Wooldridge drive, 2514 Wooldridge was built in the 1930s and represents an excellent example of early Pemberton Heights architecture, worthy of preservation. Demolition of this historic home would be devastating to the architectural continuity and historic fabric of Wooldridge Drive. These homes are not just structures, they are artifacts of Central Austin’s early development and embody the charm, scale, and character that make our neighborhood unique. Preserving these homes safeguards the identity of Pemberton Heights and ensures that future generations can experience this rare and irreplaceable piece of Austin’s history. Additionally, the “streetscape” - the symmetry of the lots and homes on our block - is another example of what makes our neighborhood special and beautiful. Wooldridge is an old and historic street. The style and scale of the proposed new home does not fit with our block. If a new home is to be built in this location, we would hope it would fit more closely with the integrity of our streetscape. Sincerely, Bill and Taylor Bowles CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov".
From: To: Subject: Date: Historic Preservation Office Fwd: 2514 Wooldridge Drive Tuesday, September 30, 2025 2:28:06 PM External Email - Exercise Caution Please read my letter below as I mistyped your email address. Thank you, jan jenkins Jan Jenkins mosspierattfoundation.org brothersbike.org Begin forwarded message: From: Janice Jenkins <j Subject: 2514 Wooldridge Drive Date: September 30, 2025 at 2:01:54 PM CDT To: preservation@austinteas.gov, kalan.contreras@austintexas.gov, kim.mcknight@austintexas.gov > To whom all it may concern: As a resident of Pemberton Heights on Ethridge Ave, I object to the demolition of 2514 Wooldrige Drive. Pemberton Heights is a part of the history of architectural design of Austin’s history and must be preserved. Public likes to drive through not because of the sizes but the beauty of the old design of the early 1900’s and later. This house is not demo worthy and destroys the fabric of the architectural heritage of one of Austin’s jewels in time. There are so many other options for home builders to purchase land sized to their desired larger home without destroying the beauty, warmth and history of our heritage homes in old Austin. These can not be brought back once demolished and history will be wiped away. I do not care how they redo the inside and addition to a home to suit their needs but should be required to leave the existing front of the home to be left as it was built and intended for Pemberton Heights history. Respectfully, Jan Jenkins Jan Jenkins mosspierattfoundation.org brothersbike.org CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov".
From: To: Subject: Date: Historic Preservation Office; Contreras, Kalan; McKnight, Kim 2514 Wooldridge Drive- request to deny application Tuesday, September 30, 2025 2:29:51 PM You don't often get email from . Learn why this is important External Email - Exercise Caution To Whom It May Concern, I am reaching out as I object to the application to demolish 2514 Wooldridge Drive. As a designer, I believe something that is so beautiful and special about the neighborhood is that it’s kept the integrity of its original homes and storied past. I believe this house is worthy of preservation being built in the 30’s on one of the most prestigious streets in Austin. The scale of this home does not feel appropriate for the location. Please decline this application and keep this beautiful historic home. Sincerely, Kristen and Lee Nix 2409 Pemberton Place CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov".
Wagner, Sofia From: Sent: To: Subject: Morgan Burnham < Tuesday, September 30, 2025 6:10 PM Historic Preservation Office; Contreras, Kalan; McKnight, Kim 2514 Wooldridge Dive Historical Facade Information for Commission Meeting External Email - Exercise Caution Hi, I want to share some historical information regarding 2514 Wooldridge Drive. The case study questions the dormers of the house and suggests that they were added in the 1990s. Please see photos below. As you can see, the dormers and exterior facade of 2514 is exactly the same as in the photo below. The exact date of this photo is unknown to me, but it was taker BEFORE the documented remodel of 2512 Wooldridge drive in 1976. Thus, the dormers were not added in the 1990s and may be original to the house. All photos are from the book “Austin’s Pemberton Heights” by Elisabeth A Cash and Suzanne B Deaderick. All photos are from the Austin Public Library Austin Historic Center. 1 for the until 1940, at 2512 Drive, this ORIGINAL VERNON McGEE HousE, Located Wooldridge house was built for Vernon McGee. McGee and Janice was assistant of director the Texas Employment Commission when he became the principal analyst US Bureau of the Budget. He worked in public administration Office of War Information during published for the American Society of Public McGee was in the 1940s. the first director of the Texas State Budget Board in 1950. (Courtesy World War II and several Administration of Sherry Smith.) Legislative studies and the house in it into a Tudor the ge TUDOR REoux. Sherry and Tommy Jacks purchased house at 2512 Wooldrid Drive in 1976 and remodeled Revival-style 1983, as shown here. They imported the remodeled family room from a Scottish manor house and planted country� (Co\lneay Smith,) of Sherry an En,liah,atyle
From: To: Subject: Date: Sadowsky Steve; Historic Preservation Office 2514 Wooldridge Drive Tuesday, September 30, 2025 7:22:18 PM You don't often get email from . Learn why this is important External Email - Exercise Caution To the Historic Preservation Office: We, the owners of 1502 Hardouin Drive, a designated historic property, respectfully submit this letter in opposition to the pending application for demolition of 2514 Wooldridge Drive. Constructed in the 1930s, 2514 Wooldridge Drive is a significant and well-preserved example of early Pemberton Heights architecture. Its scale, character, and craftsmanship embody the qualities that define the historic identity of the neighborhood and contribute to the integrity of Wooldridge Drive as a whole. Approval of this demolition would not only result in the irreversible loss of a historically and architecturally important structure, but would also compromise the continuity and historic fabric of the district. These homes are integral to understanding Central Austin’s early development, and their preservation is essential to maintaining the neighborhood’s unique character for future generations. For these reasons, we respectfully urge the Commission to deny the application for demolition of 2514 Wooldridge Drive. Sincerely, Laura and Richard Key CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov".
From: To: Subject: Date: Historic Preservation Office Demolition 2514 Wooldridge Tuesday, September 30, 2025 7:36:30 PM You don't often get email from Learn why this is important External Email - Exercise Caution To Whom It May Concern, We, have been living in the Pemberton neighborhood since 1992. We personally took an old 1940’s home and restored it. Like many of the beautiful homes in Pemberton, 2514 Wooldridge was built in the 1930s and represents an excellent example of early Pemberton Heights architecture, worthy of preservation. Demolition of this historic home would be devastating to the architectural continuity and historic fabric of Wooldridge Drive. These homes are not just structures, they are artifacts of Central Austin’s early development and embody the charm, scale, and character that make our neighborhood unique. Preserving these homes safeguards the identity of Pemberton Heights and ensures that future generations can experience this rare and irreplaceable piece of Austin’s history. As owners and stewards we spent 2 years remodeling our home to preserve the integrity of its colonial architecture and historical significance. I would hope and expect the owners of 2514 Wooldridge to do the same. We respectfully urge you to deny the application for demolition of 2514 Wooldridge. Kindly, Beth Cunningham 512-663-0507 CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov".
From: To: Subject: Date: preservation@austinteas.gov; Contreras, Kalan; McKnight, Kim 2514 Wooldridge Drive Tuesday, September 30, 2025 2:02:02 PM [You don't often get email from j https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification ] . Learn why this is important at External Email - Exercise Caution To whom all it may concern: As a resident of Pemberton Heights on Ethridge Ave, I object to the demolition of 2514 Wooldrige Drive. Pemberton Heights is a part of the history of architectural design of Austin’s history and must be preserved. Public likes to drive through not because of the sizes but the beauty of the old design of the early 1900’s and later. This house is not demo worthy and destroys the fabric of the architectural heritage of one of Austin’s jewels in time. There are so many other options for home builders to purchase land sized to their desired larger home without destroying the beauty, warmth and history of our heritage homes in old Austin. These can not be brought back once demolished and history will be wiped away. I do not care how they redo the inside and addition to a home to suit their needs but should be required to leave the existing front of the home to be left as it was built and intended for Pemberton Heights history. Respectfully, Jan Jenkins Jan Jenkins mosspierattfoundation.org brothersbike.org CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov".
