Austin Public Library Hannah Terrell, Branch Services Division Manager Emi Johnson, Innovations and Improvement Texas Digital Navigator Update – 5/4/2022 Where are we now? Accomplishment #1 2 DIGITAL NAVIGATORS Library Trainings Language Access Services Job Search Tools Social Services Platform Digital Literacy Resources Where are we now? Accomplishment #2 PARTNERSHIPS Our Discussions Purpose Reasonable Expectations Commitment Leveraging/Resource Sharing Coordination Data Collection Program Planning Sustainability Advocacy Where are we now? Accomplishment #3 TRAINING 6 Participating Branch Libraries Northstar Introduction Storybranding Workshop Where are we now? Accomplishment #4 WORKFLOWS Collaboration Finance Programming Coordination Where are we now? Accomplishment #5 TECHNOLOGY PURCHASED Where are we now? 3 HOTSPOTS 2 LAPTOPS Accomplishment #6 DEVICES DISTRIBUTED Successes! Partner Network Scaled to Sustain City Policymakers Support Staff Engagement Hear their stories! Mr. Harris Froylan Challenges 1. 2. 3. 4. Staffing Capacity Supply Chain Delays Pandemic Ebb/Flow-Competing Priorities TSLAC Contracts Executed in March 2022 - Delays Vendor Contracts and Purchasing We need … TIME TO… respond to community and partner feedback monitor and adjust innovative strategies move resources where they are needed allow branch teams to set-up their services Digital Navigators $250k Navigator Salaries Resource Centers Programs Town Halls Staff Training Telehealth $50k Walls Installation Spent $ Yay! Support $150k Media Productions Marketing Translations
A Food Plan for Austin Developing the City’s first -ever Food Plan What is a Food System? The Office of Sustainability defines the food system a s a n interconnected network th a t in clu des everyth in g th a t h a ppen s w ith food —w h ere a n d h ow it is grow n , dis tribu ted a n d s old, con s u m ed, a n d idea lly recovered. Th e food s ys tem is s h a ped by its s ta k eh olders , pra ctices , a n d th e la w s th a t regu la te both . Post Consumption & Waste Diversion Processing & Distribution Production Food Justice Consumption & Access Markets & Retail Did you know? ● 14.7% food insecurity in Travis County and 18 out of 47 zip codes in Travis County don’t have a full service grocery store ● 16.8 acres of farmland are lost every day in Travis ● Less than 1% of food consumed in Austin -Travis County is locally produced ● 1.24 million pounds of food is wasted every day in County Austin When disaster strikes ● Lack of supplies and limited organized means of distribution what they need ● Road conditions can prevent people from getting ● Support services closed ● Long lines and bare shelves ● Emergency supplies lack food that meets culture and dietary needs Disaster Food & Water Appendix ● Working with Homeland Security & Emergency Management (HSEM) and other departments ● Creating a plan to supplement the Emergency Operations Plan ● Will include learnings from Winter Storm Uri, COVID-19, boil water notices, and other possible scenarios Developing Austin’s firs t ever Food Pla n Why do we need a Food Plan? ● The impact of the Covid -19 pandemic & Winter Storm Uri exposed and exacerbated deficiencies in our food system. ● A Food Plan will set clear Goals and Strategies to m itiga te th e im pa ct of fu tu re cris es , correct th e s ys tem ’s in equ a lities , a n d m ove tow a rd a m ore equ ita ble, s u s ta in a ble & res ilien t food s ys tem th a t s erves everyon e. ● …
Director’s Report May 2022 TABLE OF CONTENTS HIghlights __________________________________________________________________ 3 Facilities Services ____________________________________________________________ 5 FY2018 Bond Program Summary ___________________________________________________________ 5 FY2012 Bond Program Summary ___________________________________________________________ 8 Library Priorities ____________________________________________________________ 12 Literacy Advancement ___________________________________________________________________ 12 Digital Inclusion & STEM _________________________________________________________________ 12 Equity, Diversity & Inclusion _______________________________________________________________ 13 Civic and Community Engagement _________________________________________________________ 13 Staff Development ______________________________________________________________________ 13 Workforce and Economic Development ______________________________________________________ 13 APL By the Numbers ________________________________________________________ 14 Collections Circulation April _______________________________________________________________ 14 HIGHLIGHTS Austin Completely Booked Join us for Austin Completely Booked, your summer learning experience! The Austin Public Library wants you to read, explore, and create with us this summer! Reading and learning are important all year, but in the summer it is especially important to be an active reader and learner. The Austin Public Library wants you to spend your summer with us. Austin Completely Booked is a great way for us to experience the summer together, and to keep learning. Come Read, Explore and Create with us! Plus, we’re giving away prizes for folks who complete the challenge! (While supplies last.) All ages are welcome, and there are three ways to participate: • #1 – Collect a paper form (available in English and Spanish) and a set of crayons from any library branch to use as your activity sheet. Follow the directions on the sheet and color in your badges along the way to play! • #2 – Create an Austin Completely Booked account at AustinPublicLibrary.beanstack.org! Follow the instructions on this page and join our community-wide challenge! • #3 – Create an Austin Completely Booked account via the Beanstack app from your preferred device. *To download the app, follow these instructions and learn more at Beanstack.com: • Download the Beanstack app on your device • Choose participation "at my library" • Search for and Select Austin Public Library • Create your account (username and password) • Register for Austin Completely Booked • Then, join the fun! How do you complete the challenge? To complete the program and be eligible for a prize you must: • Log 10 hours of reading time over the summer • Complete 5 activity badges by reading, exploring, and creating in your chosen badge categories How do I claim a prize after completing the Austin Completely Booked challenge? *Note: Different prizes are available for youth and adults. There are two ways to claim your prize! • #1 – Bring your completed activity …
Off-Leash Dogs Working Group Summary Working Group Members Animal Advisory Commission • Craig Nazor • Jo Anne Norton Parks and Recreation Board • Dawn Lewis • Nancy Mohn Barnard City of Austin Staff Kimberly McNeeley, Director, Parks and Recreation Don Bland, Director, Austin Animal Center Jason Garza, Assistant Director, AAC Mark Sloat, Manager, Animal Protection, AAC Kelsey Cler, Communications Manager, AAC Belinda Hare, Executive Assistant, AAC Citizens’ Concerns SOURCES: NextDoor, emails, conversations about off-leash dogs in on-leash areas and neighborhoods • Chase bikes potentially causing accidents • Run up to strollers or citizens with walking aides • Poop not scooped • Not enough tickets written for violators • Dogs run up to random adults and children • Dog owners are not trained to break up dog fights Issues Considered by the Working Group • Misinformation about existing laws • New Austinites may not know about existing laws • Off-leash dogs on parkland that is on-leash only – Citizens cannot safely enjoy City parkland • Citizen ability to request an official off-leash area – Austin growth outpacing off-leash areas • Options for citizens to report issues • Enforcement of all Leash Codes Laws - Austin City Code Title 3 • Keep dogs on a leash and under control in all areas that are not designated as “off-leash” • Pick up and sanitarily dispose of pet waste left on public or private property • Provide adequate shelter • Ensure pets have current rabies vaccinations • Confine pets transported in unenclosed vehicles in a manner that prevents the animal from falling or jumping from the vehicle or being injured • DO NOT leave a pet alone on a chain or tether • It’s unlawful to sell a puppy or kitten that is not spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped Enforcement Affected by Staffing • 21 Animal Protection Officers – 7 days a week, 7a-Midnight - Service 900 Sq Miles of Travis County – Handle a multitude of animal related issues – Can write tickets for off-leash dog violations • Tickets are $217 - can be increased by a judge to $500 or dismissed entirely • 25 Park Rangers – 7 days a week - Service 330 City Parks - 19,000 acres of parkland – Handle a multitude of parkland related issues – Cannot write tickets for off-leash dog violations Solutions Discussed Enforcement capabilities limited. Alternative solutions considered: • Education campaign (Speakers Bureau, Focus groups) • …
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD DIRECTOR’S REPORT DATE: May 2022 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT EVENTS: Montopolis Community Pool Renovation and Beverly S Sheffield Northwest District Park Pool Renovation: The pool renovation projects at Montopolis Neighborhood Park and Beverly S Sheffield Northwest District Park are entering the community engagement phase. At both locations, the Department will host community events during the summer pool season to gather feedback on the proposed improvements. The meeting dates are anticipated for mid-June and are pending final approval. An online community survey is available on the project websites (Montopolis Pool Project | AustinTexas.gov and Beverly S. Sheffield Northwest Aquatic Facility Renovation | AustinTexas.gov) to gather data on community priorities for the renovation. The online survey closes on May 23. Districts 3 and 7 Downs Field Grandstands Dedication: To celebrate the completion of the historic Downs Field Grandstands Renovation, the Department has scheduled a dedication event on June 10, 2022. The date is still pending final confirmation from Huston-Tillotson University. The 1947 Downs Field Grandstands and field are a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark. District 1 Volma Overton Sr. Beach Dedication Ceremony: On June 11, the Department will hold a ceremony to officially dedicate Volma Overton Sr. Beach at Town Lake Metropolitan Park. Formally known as Lamar Beach, the park was formally renamed by Austin City Council in early 2022. Volma Overton Sr. (1924-2005) was a highly significant and influential Austin leader. A World War II veteran and graduate of Huston-Tillotson University, Overton served as president of the Austin NAACP from 1963- 1983, during which time he participated in the March on Washington in 1963 and the Selma to Montgomery March in 1965. He received the Arthur B. DeWitty award in 1967 and many other awards for his service. He was also honored for his contribution to Civil Rights by the LBJ School of Public Affairs on March 25, 2004. District 9 Volma Overton Sr. photo courtesy of George Washington Carver Museum, Cultural and Genealogy Center 1 PLANNING UPDATES: Zilker Metropolitan Park Vision Plan: The Parks and Recreation Department (Department) and the consultant team continue to compile and analyze the input received on the plan's three draft concepts via survey data, comments, small group discussions, and pop-up events. The last month included discussions with the Boys & Girls Club of Austin, the Housing Authority of the City of Austin's I-MOM Program, The Rise School of Austin (all abilities/inclusive preschool), as well …
A P P P P P DESIGN COMMISSION Monday, April 25, 2022 6:00 PM PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM 1406 6310 WILHEMINA DELCO, AUSTIN, TX 78752 Meeting Minutes Call to order by: Vice Chair Jessica Rollason at 6:04 p.m. Member List David Carroll – Chair (District 1) Jessica Rollason – Vice-Chair (District 7) Jon Salinas (District 2) Samuel Franco (District 3) Josue Meiners (District 4) Evan Taniguchi (Mayor) A Melissa Hanao-Robledo (District 5) P A P P Jen Weaver (District 6) Aan Coleman (District 8) Bart Whatley (District 9) Ben Luckens (District 10) “P” Denote Commission Members who were in present “A” Denote Commission Members who were absent CITY OF AUSTIN HOUSING AND PLANNING STAFF P Jorge E. Rousselin, Executive Liaison P Gunnar Garnos, Staff Liaison PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: 1. NEW BUSINESS (Discussion and Possible Action): a. Discussion and possible action to evaluate and make recommendations regarding whether the Goodnight Ranch Fire/EMS, located 9400 Capitol View Dr., complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards, for the City of Austin. Applicant(s): Burton Jones, Westley Burger • • • Cris Ruebush, Westley Burger – PGAL, Burton Jones – City of Austin Project Manager presented and answered questions. Commissioner Weaver made a motion to approve that the project complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards for the city of Austin. Commissioner Salinas seconded. The motion was approved [7 ayes, 0 nays]. Page 1 of 4 b. Discussion and possible action to evaluate and make recommendations regarding whether the Dougherty Arts Center, located 200 S Lamar Blvd., complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards, for the City of Austin. Applicant(s): Kevin Johnson • • • • • • • Kevin Johnson – City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department, presented and answered questions. Commissioner Meiners joined the meeting by video. Commissioner Rollason suggested potential pedestrian/cyclist enhancements. Commissioner Franco made a motion that the project does not comply with the City Design and Sustainability Standards for the city of Austin and made a recommendation that staff prepare a review of financing sources for the parking garage. Commissioner Weaver made a friendly amendment to potentially reduce the parking requirement to match the size of the building. Vice Chair Rollason made a substitute motion for a one-month postponement so that staff can gather information to answer financial questions relating to construction of the parking garage. Commissioner Weaver seconded. The motion was approved [7 ayes, 1 …
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 …
Library Commission Meeting Minutes 23 May, 2022 REGULAR MEETING 23 May, 2022 THE LIBRARY COMMISSION MINUTES The Library Commission convened in a Regular Meeting on Monday, May 23, 2022 at the Central Library, 710 W Cesar Chavez, in Austin, Texas. Chair Smith called the Board Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Board Members in Attendance: Chair Mark Smith, Commission Members Julia Aguilar, Pat Dabbert, Ryan Marquess, Courtney Rosenthal, Steven Self, and Lily Trieu Board Members Absent: Vice-Chair Lynda Infante and Commission Member JC Dwyer Citizen Communication: General Carlos León spoke about his concerns with the library. 1. Welcome and Introductions Chair Smith welcomed the Commission members and took roll call of members present. 2. Approval of Minutes from the April 18, 2022 Special Called Meeting The minutes of the regular meeting were approved on a 7-0 vote. Vice Chair Infante and Commission Member Dwyer absent. 3. Briefings: Digital Inclusion Projects Update was given by Emi Johnson, Business Process Consultant Sr 4. Old Business: none 5. New Business a. Discussion on voter engagement at Austin Public Library was postponed due to illness. b. Discussion of a Library Commission planning retreat. The retreat will be held Saturday, June 18, 2022 10 a.m. to noon, at the Central Library. c. Discussion and possible action on changing the date for the June Library Commission Meeting The June meeting will be held Wednesday, June 29, 2022 at the Twin Oaks Branch. Library Commission Meeting Minutes 23 May, 2022 6. Discussion of Director’s Monthly Report for May covering programming highlights, facilities, and APL Priorities Director of Libraries, Roosevelt Weeks, gave the report. 7. Future Agenda Items Budget Presentation – June 2022 Voter Engagement – June 2022 Enhanced Library Cards – July 2022 Adjournment: Chair Smith adjourned the meeting at 7:13 p.m. without objection.
DOWNTOWN AUSTIN COMMUNITY COURT ADVISORY BOARD Regular Meeting MAY 20, 2022 AT 8:00 AM ONE TEXAS CENTER, STE 125, TRAINING CONFERENCE ROOM 505 BARTON SPRINGS RD AUSTIN, TEXAS 78704 Some members of the COMMISSION/BOARD 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, contact Edna Staniszewski at edna.staniszewski@austintexas.gov or at (512) 974-1260. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Lea Downey Gallatin, Chair Darilynn Cardona-Beiler, Vice Chair Kergin Bedell Jason English Kate Garza Nicole Golden AGENDA Jocelyn Schwartz Seneca Savoie THERE MAY BE DISCUSSION AND ACTION ON ANY OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS. CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first five (5) speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. 1. APPROVAL OF REGULAR MEETING MINUTES FOR MARCH 11, 2022 2. AUSTIN HOMELESSNESS SYSTEM CLIENT FEEDBACK Individuals sharing first-hand account regarding their experiences being served through Austin’s homelessness system. Speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will be allowed a three-minute allotment to provide their feedback to the Board. 3. NEW BUSINESS A. Project progress presentation of Downtown Austin Community Court geographic service area (GSA)/ and adjudicated offenses analysis – Lauren Stott, DACC Business Process Specialist 4. OLD BUSINESS A. Status of DACC operations during COVID-19, changes in operations, any new trends noticed. Cardona-Beiler/Downey Gallatin) – Pete Valdez, Court Administrator, Downtown Austin Community Court (DACC) i Rapid Rehousing efforts, staffing and housing placement ii Court dockets iii DACC facility update iv Violet Keep Safe Program FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS A. Update on Intensive Case Management program evaluation project B. Update on homelessness mapping initiative C. Annual Internal Review ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call Edna Staniszewski at Downtown Austin Community Court, at (512) 974-1260), for additional information; TTY users …
D OW N TOWN AUSTI N C OM MU N IT Y C O UR T GEOGRAPHIC SERVICE AREA AND ADJUDICATED CITATION ANALYSIS May 20, 2022 SCOPE AND PURPOSE DACC is conducting an analysis of its current and potential geographic service area (GSA) and adjudicated citations. The purpose of this analysis is to understand the efficacy of DACC’s current GSA and adjudicated citations, and to determine whether expansion or alterations might better serve the community and DACC stakeholders. CURRENT GSA /ADJUDICATED CITATIONS Geographic service area: The neighborhoods for which DACC adjudicates citations. Currently downtown, west campus, and east Austin Adjudicated citations: The charge codes, or offenses, that are heard at DACC. Currently Class C misdemeanors (includes Prop B and state camping ban violations) KEY PROJECT ELEMENTS Methodology: What does this process look like? Stakeholders: Who is involved in different parts of this project? Community Engagement: How is DACC engaging with members of the public on this project? Considerations: What legal, budgetary, or partnership-related considerations are being made? Goals/Expected Outcomes: What are the expected process results? PROJECT TIMELINE March and April 2022 – DACC internal discussions and information analysis May 2022 – Planning for interdepartmental workshops, community engagement process June 2022 – Interdepartmental workshops, community engagement process July 2022 – Analysis of data, preliminary report to DACC Advisory Board
PUBLIC NOTICE OF A MEETING TAKE NOTICE OF A BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR BOARD MEETING OF THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN TO BE HELD AT HACA Central Office, 1124 S. Interstate Highway 35 Austin, TX (512.477.4488) Thursday, May 19, 2022 12:00 PM CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM Citywide Advisory Board Update CONSENT AGENDA Public Communication (Note: There will be a three-minute time limitation) Public Hearing (Note: There will be a three-minute time limit) To accept public comment on: The proposed Pathways at Rosewood Courts re-development Items on the Consent Agenda may be removed at the request of any Commissioner and considered at another appropriate time on this agenda. Placement on the Consent Agenda does not limit the possibility of any presentation, discussion, or action at this meeting. Under no circumstances does the Consent Agenda alter any requirements under Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, Texas Open Meetings Act. 1. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding the Approval of the Board Minutes Summary for the Board Meeting held on April 21, 2022 CONSENT ITEMS ACTION ITEMS 2. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding Resolution No. 02747 Request for Approval to submit the fiscal year 2021/2022 Section 8 Management Assessment Program (SEMAP) Certification to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development 3. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding Resolution No. 02748: Approval of Revised payment standards for the Housing Choice Voucher program 4. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding Resolution No. 02749: Roofing Replacements for Pathways at Gaston Place and Pathways at Georgian Manor 5. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding Resolution No. 02750: Roofing Replacements for Pathways at Santa Rita Courts and Pathways at Booker T. Washington Terraces 6. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action on Resolution No. 02751 By the Board of Commissioners of the Housing Authority of the City of Austin (the “Authority”) to take the following actions with regard to Pathways at Goodrich Place (the “Development”) in Austin, Texas: (i) enter into an amendment to the ground lease between the Authority and the owner of the Development; and (ii) such other actions necessary or convenient to carry out this Resolution 7. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action on Resolution No. 02752 by the Board of Commissioners of the Housing Authority of the City of Austin (the “Authority”) to take the following actions with regard to 620 Canyon Creek (the “Development”) in Austin, …
PUBLIC NOTICE OF A MEETING TAKE NOTICE OF A BOARD OF DIRECTORS REGULAR BOARD MEETING OF THE AUSTIN AFFORDABLE HOUSING CORPORATION TO BE HELD AT HACA Central Office, 1124 S. Interstate Highway 35, Austin, TX Austin, TX (512.477.4488) Thursday, May 19, 2022 12:00 PM CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM CONSENT AGENDA Public Communication (Note: There will be a three-minute time limitation) Items on the Consent Agenda may be removed at the request of any Commissioner and considered at another appropriate time on this agenda. Placement on the Consent Agenda does not limit the possibility of any presentation, discussion, or action at this meeting. Under no circumstances does the Consent Agenda alter any requirements under Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, Texas Open Meetings Act. CONSENT ITEMS ACTION ITEMS 1. 2. 3. 4. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding the Approval of the Board Minutes Summary for the Board Meeting held on April 21, 2022 Presentation, Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Resolution No: 00204: A resolution authorizing the Austin Affordable Housing Corporation to contribute up to $500,000 towards the construction of the CommUnityCare Clinic at Pathways at Chalmers Courts Presentation, Discussion and Possible Action on Resolution No. 00205 by the Board of Directors of Austin Affordable Housing Corporation (“AAHC”) authorizing AAHC to execute any and all documents, or take any other action, that is necessary or desirable to: (i) facilitate the permanent financing of Pathways at Goodrich Place (the “Development”), which consists of multifamily housing units and associated amenities in Austin, Texas on real property that is ground-leased from the Housing Authority of the City of Austin; (ii) cause Pathways at Goodrich Place, LP (the “Owner”) to continue owning the Development; (iii) cause the Owner to enter into permanent financing for the Development; and (iv) cause AAHC and/or the Owner to execute any such further documentation as necessary or desirable to allow the consummation of the transactions described herein Presentation, Discussion and Possible Action on Resolution No. 00206 by the Board of Directors of Austin Affordable Housing Corporation (“AAHC”) authorizing AAHC to execute any and all documents, or take any other action, that is necessary or desirable to: (i) facilitate the acquisition of Davenport Place (the “Development”), which consists of multifamily housing units and associated amenities in Austin, Texas to be ground-leased from the Housing Authority of the City of Austin; (ii) cause AAHC’s subsidiary limited liability …
SPECIAL EVENTS TASK FORCE MAY 18, 2022 – 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER – ROOM 1401 6310 E WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Special Events Task Force 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, please contact Brydan Summers at 512-974-4854 or Brydan.summers@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Members: James Russell (Co-Chair), Jeff Smith (Co-Chair), Bobby Garza, Cindy Lo, Laurel White, Shelley Phillips, Heath Riddles, Mandi Thomas, Dan Carroll, Ingrid Weigand , Frances Thompson Ex Officio Members (City Staff): Brydan Summers, SETF Staff Liaison; Sara Henry, Austin Center for Events Communications; Bill Manno, Special Events Program Manager; Brian Block, DSD Program Manager, Music Office; Mike Jones, Police Sergeant; Robert Alvarado, Code Division Manager; Frances Hargrove, ATD Special Events Manager; Tony Hernandez, DSD Program Manager; Jason Maurer, PARD Sales and Events Manager; Kevin Parker, EMS Commander; Quentin Prior, Fire Battalion Chief; Iby Setzer, ARR Planner Senior; Bryan Walker, DSD Planner II AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2. OLD BUSINESS i. Vote on Recommendations from February Meeting a. Public Safety Staffing b. City Staffing, Non-Public Safety c. Special Event Reporting d. Special Event Date Conflicts e. Sound (§4-20-43) f. Update from Organizers Currently Planning Events g. Determine Media Policy for SETF 3. NEW BUSINESS a. Special Event Ordinance Performance During Spring Festival Season b. Notification Requirements – Approval under (§14-8-28 E) FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. at Please Brydan.summers@austintexas.gov or 512-974-4854, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Special Events Task Force, please contact Brydan Summers at Brydan.summers@austintexas.gov or 512-974-4854. the Development Services Department, call Brydan Summers at
