few hours of the cablecast. Schedules and video can be Community Technology and Telecommunications Commission http://www.austintexas.gov/cttc REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Wednesday –July 10th, 2024 – 6:30PM Permitting and Development Center – Event Center – Room 1405 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr - Austin, TX 78752 Please go to http://www.austintexas.gov/cityclerk/boards_commissions/meetings/10_1.htm for backup materials associated with this agenda. All ATXN (City Channel 6) programming is cablecast on Spectrum, Grande Communications, and Google Fiber on their cable channel 6, on AT&T U-Verse Channel 99 and webcast online. Over 20 meetings per month, including this commission meeting, are available on demand online, typically within a found at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/atxn-video-archive. The Community Technology and Telecommunications Commission convened in a REGULAR meeting on Wednesday, July 10th, 2024, at 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr. in Austin, Texas. Current Commission Members Keith Pena-Villa ‐ Mayor Kirk Watson Brian AM Williams ‐ Council Member Natasha Harper‐Madison, District 1 Steven Apodaca – Council Member Vanessa Fuentes, District 2 Carina Alderete ‐ Council Member José Velásquez, District 3 Vacant ‐ Council Member José “Chito” Vela, District 4 Thomas Rice‐ Council Member Ryan Alter, District 5 Gabriel Nwajiaku‐ Council Member Mackenzie Kelly,District 6 Vacant ‐ Council Member Leslie Pool, District 7 Vacant ‐ Council Member Paige Ellis, District 8 Ibiye Anga – Council Member Zohaib “Zo” Qadri, District 9 Sumit DasGupta ‐ Council Member Alison Alter, District 10 Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance in person: Steven Apodaca, Chair Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Carina Alderete, Vice-Chair Thomas Rice Sumit DasGupta 1 Ibiye Anga Brian AM Williams Keith Pena-Villa Board Members/Commissioners Not in Attendance: Gabriel Nwajiaku CALL TO ORDER Chair Apodaca called the Community Technology and Telecommunications Meeting to order at 6:44 p.m. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first ten speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. No members of the public were signed up to speak. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the Community Technology and Telecommunications Commission special called meeting on May 8th, 2024. Motion to approve the minutes made by Commissioner DasGupta and seconded by Commissioner Pena-Villa. The minutes from (6/12/2024) were approved on a vote of 7- 0. DISCUSSION ITEMS “You’re Being Watched – AI & Surveillance in Public Places” Presentation (Sharon Strover – Director, Technology & Information Policy Institute, Phillip G. Warner Regents Professor of Communication, Moody College of …
REGULAR CALLED MEETING of the COMMISSION FOR WOMEN July 10, 2024 AT 12:00 PM CITY OF AUSTIN PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM 1401 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR AUSTIN, TEXAS 78752 Some members of the Commission for Women may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Christi Vitela, 512-974-2792, christi.vitela@austintexas.gov. Diana Melendez Pam Rattan Katrina Scheihing Josephine Serrata Maria Veloz Salas CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Jocelyn Tau, Chair Becky Bullard, Vice Chair Rebecca Austen Vanessa Bissereth Julie Glasser Angela Harris CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA The first ten speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the Commission for Women regular meeting on June 5, 2024. 1. DISCUSSION 2. Austin Police Department’s Special Victims Intervention Unit (SVIU) on an overview of the work of the unit and identified limitations. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 3. Approve the Commission for Women’s annual report. 4. Approve Commissioner Scheihing as a representative to the Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan planning team. Election of the primary and secondary representatives to the Joint Inclusion Committee. 5. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 6. Update from the Quality of Life Working Group on the progress of the Quality of Life study. 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. Please call Christi Vitela at the Office of the City Clerk Department at 512-974-2792, or email christi.vitela@austintexas.gov, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Commission for Women, please contact Christi Vitela at the Office of the City Clerk Department at 512-974-2792, or email christi.vitela@austintexas.gov.
Commission for Women Meeting Minutes Wednesday, June 5, 2024 Commission for Women REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, June 5, 2024 The Commission for Women convened in a regular meeting on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, at Austin City Hall, Boards and Commission Room-1101 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, Texas, 78701 Chair Tau called the Commission for Women Meeting to order at 12:37 p.m. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Jocelyn Tau, Chair Angela Harris Becky Bullard, Vice Chair Rebecca Austen Katrina Scheihing Josephine Serrata Maria Veloz Salas PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Commission for Women regular meeting on May 1, 2024. The minutes from the meeting on 5/1/2024 were approved on Chair Tau’s motion and seconded by Commissioner Harris on a 7-0 vote. Commissioners Bissereth, Glasser, Melendez and Rattan were absent. 1 Commission for Women Meeting Minutes Wednesday, June 5, 2024 DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Update on the 2024 Women’s Hall of Fame Ceremony and Reception. Vice Chair Bullard provided a summary of the ceremony and reception. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 3. Approve the creation of a Women’s Hall of Fame Recognition Working Group, define the scope and approve membership. The motion to approve the creation of a Women’s Hall of Fame Recognition Working Group was approved on Vice Chair Bullard’s motion, Chair Tau’s second on a 7-0 vote. Commissioners Bissereth, Glasser, Melendez and Rattan were absent. The Recognition Working Group for the 2025 Hall of Fame will establish timeline and goals for 2025 Hall of Fame, including but not limited to: • reviewing and updating nomination process and application • determine marketing plan for nomination process and Hall of Fame event • updating Commissioner review process • determine date for applications/nominations to go live and when they will close. • determine date for 2025 Hall of Fame • continue collaboration with D3 office to prepare for Hall of Fame • expected final result will be 2025 Hall of Fame event. Chair Tau and Vice Chair Bullard volunteered to join the 2025 Hall of Fame Recognition Working Group. 4. Election of primary and backup representatives to the Joint Inclusion Committee. The motion to postpone to the next meeting was approved on Chair Tau’s motion, Commissioner Austen’s second on a 7-0 vote. Commissioners Bissereth, Glasser, Melendez and Rattan were absent. 5. Approve Recommendation 20240605-005 supporting affordable childcare in the greater Austin area. The …
APD DOMESTIC VIOLENCE UNIT/ SPECIAL VICTIMS INTERVENTION UNIT (SVIU) Sergeant Tammy Varkony Tammy.Varkony@austintexas.gov APD Domestic Violence Unit • 2 Sergeants • Unit Management & Logistics • Case Assignment • Review of cleared investigations • SVIU • 16 Detectives Investigate cases • • Collaborate with Prosecutors • Alert SVIU to elevated threats • 1 Victim Services Counselor Supervisor • Case Assignment • Liaison with other agencies • 7 Victim Services Counselors • Contact victims of Family Violence • Safety planning • Coordinate resources to victims • Alert SVIU to elevated threats • 4 Officers (SVIU) • One detective position has been reassigned Investigative support for high-risk cases • • Safety planning support- install cameras, GPS checks • Serve arrest & search warrants • Attend weekly DVHRT meetings Types of Cases Investigated • The DV Unit is responsible for investigating approx. 27 different offenses/ title codes, including: • Any Family / Dating Violence Assaults • i.e. Assault w/ Injury, Aggravated Assault, Agg Assault Strangulation, Agg Assault – Motor Vehicle • Violation of Bond Conditions / Protective Orders • Kidnapping / Agg Kidnapping – Fam / Dating • Stalking (including stranger stalking cases) • Assault on Pregnant Woman • Burglary of Residence - Fam / Dating • Interference w/ Emergency Phone Call – Fam / Dating • Terroristic Threats – Fam / Dating • Unlawful Restraint – Fam / Dating • Injury to Elderly / Disabled – Fam / Dating SVIU MISSION • The SVIU is a plain clothes (no uniforms) investigative support unit under the Domestic Violence Unit. • SVIU’s priority are cases with an ongoing or escalating victim safety risk, or risk to the public. • The unit is comprised of one sergeant, one detective, and four officers. UNIT ORIGIN & PURPOSE • Originally known as CRASH • Established in 2015 with the primary goal of HOMICIDE PREVENTION • By taking a victim-centered approach the unit provides services to victims in all stages, from safety planning and investigative assistance all the way to suspect apprehension and protective order / bond condition enforcement. 6 THE SVIU ROLE IN THE DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HIGH RISK TEAM (DVHRT) • Two overarching themes of the DVHRT model: If intimate partner homicide is predictable, it should be preventable. The gaps in information are where homicides occur. The SVIU is an innovative model unique to APD that provides a coordinated response to high-risk cases through a The SVIU …
Commission for Women Meeting Minutes Wednesday, July 10, 2024 Commission for Women REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, July 10, 2024 The Commission for Women convened in a regular meeting on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at City of Austin Permitting and Development Center, 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr, Austin, Texas, 78752. Chair Tau called the Commission for Women Meeting to order at 12:06 p.m. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Becky Bullard, Vice Chair Jocelyn Tau, Chair Angela Harris Rebecca Austen Vanessa Bissereth Julie Glasser Diana Melendez Pam Rattan Josephine Serrata Maria Veloz Salas PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Commission for Women regular meeting on June 5, 2024. 1 Commission for Women Meeting Minutes Wednesday, July 10, 2024 The minutes from the meeting on 6/5/2024 were approved on Commissioner Rattan’s motion and seconded by Chair Tau on a 9-0 vote. Commissioner Serrata was off the dais. Commissioner Scheihing was absent. DISCUSSION 2. Austin Police Department’s Special Victims Intervention Unit (SVIU) on an overview of the work of the unit and identified limitations. The presentation was made by Tammy Varkony, Sergeant, Austin Police Department; Deanna Lichter, Commander, Austin Police Department; and Christopher Leleux, Lieutenant, Austin Police Department. Hanna Senko, Collective Sex Crimes Response Model (CSCRM) project manager answered commissioners’ questions. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 3. Approve the Commission for Women’s annual report. The motion to approve the Commission for Women’s annual report was approved on Vice Chair Bullard’s motion, Commissioner Harris’ second, on a 10-0 vote. Commissioner Scheihing was absent. 4. Approve Commissioner Scheihing as a representative to the Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan planning team. The motion to approve Commissioner Scheihing as a representative to the Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan planning team was approved on Commissioner Glasser’s motion, Commissioner Melendez’s second, on a 10-0 vote. Commissioner Scheihing was absent. 5. Election of the primary and secondary representatives to the Joint Inclusion Committee. The motion to approve Commissioner Glasser as the primary representative and Commissioner Melendez as the secondary representative to the Joint Inclusion Committee was approved on Chair Tau’s motion, Commissioner Austen’s second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Bissereth and Serrata were off the dais. Commissioner Scheihing was absent. 6. Update from the Quality of Life Working Group on the progress of the Quality of Life study. Update was given by Commissioner Austen. WORKING GROUP UPDATES FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 2 Commission for Women …
REGULAR MEETING of the AIRPORT ADVISORY COMMISSION (AAC) July 10, 2024 3:00 PM 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR., ROOM 1405 AUSTIN, TEXAS 78752 Some members of the Commission may be participating via videoconference. Livestream of the meeting will be available at ATXN1 https://www.austintexas.gov/watch-atxn-live Audio of the meeting will be available as an alternative to attending in person. Please email Ammie Calderon at ammie.calderon@flyaustin.com by Noon of the day of the meeting for dial-in details. Public comment for general communication and for specific agenda items will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. In person registration is available for speakers who sign up at the meeting location prior to the meeting being called to order. Registration to speak remotely is available for speakers who have provided an email to Ammie Calderon at ammie.calderon@flyaustin.com, no later than Noon of the day before the meeting. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS Chad Ennis Scott Madole Doyle Valdez Fang Fang Jeff Eller Wendy Price Todd, Chair Bakari Brock, Vice-Chair Patrick Rose, Secretary Raymond Young Jeremy Hendricks Jonathan Coon AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Public communication for items not on the agenda. The first 5 registered speakers will each be allowed a three minute allotment to address the Airport Advisory Commission on an item that is not posted on the agenda. Please see further instructions on registration above. Public communication for items included in the agenda as a Discussion/Action item. Registered speakers will each be allowed a three minute allotment to address the Airport Advisory 1 Commission on an item that is posted as a Discussion/Action item, but may not address the Airport Advisory Commission on an item posted as a Briefing. Please see further instructions on registration above. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the AAC regular meeting on June 12, 2024 STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. May 2024 Financial Results presented by Rajeev Thomas, Chief Financial Officer 3. Air Service Update provided by Jamy Kazanoff, AUS Air Service Development 4. Journey with AUS (AUS AEDP/Capital Improvement Program) Active Projects Update provided by Lyn Estabrook, Deputy Chief Development Officer 5. Update on cargo facility lease agreements with Air General, Inc. and DHL Express, Inc. presented by John Gallo, Commercial Management Division Manager DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS 6. Discussion and possible action to approve the Airport Advisory Commission Annual Internal Review covering the period between July 1, 2023 thru June 30, 2024 and upcoming year’s goals. 7. Authorize execution …
AIRPORT ADVISORY COMMISSION (AAC) REGULAR MEETING MINUTES June 12, 2024 The Airport Advisory Commission convened in a regular meeting on June 12, 2024 at 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr. Room 1405 Austin, Texas. Wendy Price Todd called the regular meeting to order at 3:02 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Wendy Price Todd, Chair Raymond Young Scott Madole Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Bakari Brock, Vice-Chair Patrick Rose, Secretary Chad Ennis Jonathan Coon Commissioners Absent: Jeremy Hendricks Fang Fang Jeff Eller Doyle Valdez PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Andy Saenz – Flint Hills Pipeline Project 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the regular AAC meeting on May 8, 2024. A motion to approve was made by Commissioner Madole; Commissioner Young seconded. Motion passed on a 9-0-0-2 vote. Commissioners Hendricks and Valdez were absent at this vote. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. April 2024 Financial Results presented by Rajeev Thomas, Chief Financial Officer 3. Air Service Update provided by Jamy Kazanoff, AUS Air Service Development 4. Journey with AUS (AUS AEDP/Capital Improvement Program) Active Projects Update provided by Lyn Estabrook, Deputy Chief Development Officer 5. Update on AUS virtual ramp control implementation provided by Rick Belliotti, Acting Chief Experience and Performance Officer DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS 6. Approve an ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Aviation Department Operating Budget Airport Operating Fund (Ordinance No. 20230818-008) to recognize additional revenue in the amount of $10,082,451 and increase appropriations in the amount of $10,082,451 to accommodate adjustments implemented because of the Aviation staffing market study, reflect expenses resulting from the greatly improved vacancy rate that outperformed expectations, wage and vacancy adjustments associated with contractual agreements, and increased commodity purchase needs. A motion to approve was made by Commissioner Brock; Commissioner Young seconded. Motion passed on a 10-0-0-1 vote. Commissioners Hendricks absent at this vote. 7. Approve a resolution authorizing acceptance of grants from the Federal Aviation Administration, the Department of Homeland Security, and other state and federal agencies to the City of Austin, Department of Aviation, for Austin-Bergstrom 2 International Airport for Fiscal Years 2025-2027 in an amount not to exceed $500,000,000. A motion to approve was made by Commissioner Young; Commissioner Coon seconded. Motion passed on a 10-0-0-1 vote. Commissioners Hendricks absent at this vote. 8. Authorize negotiation and execution of a contract for a technology service solution including support with Creative Enterprise Solutions, LLC d/b/a Beyond20, for up to five years for a total contract amount not to …
MEMORANDUM TO: Airport Advisory Commissioners FROM: Rajeev Thomas, Chief Financial Officer, Aviation Department DATE: July 10, 2024 May 2024 Financial Results SUBJECT: Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) Update Passenger traffic totaled 2,068,404 in May 2024, a new record and an increase of 4.4% compared to May 2023. Average daily departures decreased from 269 in May 2023 to 267 in May 2024, a decrease of 2 daily departures or 0.7% resulting primarily from changes in service offered by air carriers. Table #1 Enplanements Landing Weights Cargo Tonnage Operating Revenue Airport OPEX Total Requirements FY 2024 May FY 2023 May Variance Fav (Unfav) FY 2024 YTD FY 2023 YTD Variance YTD Fav (Unfav) 1,056,171 1,013,953 4.2% 7,301,887 7,179,925 1,210,805,893 1,205,890,302 0.4% 9,009,399,679 8,952,126,481 13,217 11,992 10.2% 100,264 99,427 1.7% 0.6% 0.8% $28,166,172 $23,956,126 $4,210,046 $208,493,255 $178,979,293 $29,513,963 $11,769,616 $9,327,751 ($2,441,865) $98,505,176 $76,877,985 ($21,627,191) $19,142,322 $15,513,032 ($3,629,290) $153,536,257 $124,437,148 ($29,099,109) Net Income Before Federal Relief $9,023,850 $8,443,094 $580,756 $54,956,998 $54,542,144 $414,854 Federal Relief Reimbursement $0 $2,394,363 ($2,394,363) $0 $35,040,097 ($35,040,097) Net Income After Federal Relief $9,023,850 $10,837,458 ($1,813,608) $54,956,998 $89,582,241 ($34,625,244) Table #1 illustrates May 2024’s enplanements totaled 1,056,171, an increase of 4.2% compared to May 2023. Landing weights totaled 1.2 billion pounds in May 2024 representing an increase of 0.4% compared to May 2023. Cargo volume totaled 13,217 tons in May 2024, an increase of 10.2% compared to May 2023. May 2024 operating revenue totals $28.2M, an increase of 17.6% or $4.2M compared to May 2023. The increase in operating revenue primarily results from updated airline rates for FY24, changes to the parking rate structure from prior year, and increases in non-airline revenues from increased passenger traffic. May 2024 operating revenue is composed of 45.4% airline revenue, 52.7% non-airline revenue, and 1.9% interest income. Airport operating expenses totaled $11.8M for the month, an increase of 26.2% or $2.4M compared to May 2023. The increase in operating expenses results from higher personnel costs from increased headcount and wage adjustments, costs associated with APD and ARFF units, and contractual costs including parking services and baggage handling system maintenance. AUS reported a $9.0M surplus in May 2024, an increase of $0.6M or 6.9% compared to May 2023. Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Results FY2024 Year to Date (YTD) Operating Revenue totals $208.5M compared to $179.0M in FY2023, a 16.5% increase. Airport Operating Expenses totaled $98.5M YTD in FY2024 compared to $76.9M in FY2023, a 28.1% increase. Net …
July 2024 Air Service Snapshot AUS monthly seat comparisons, January-December 2024, compared to 2019 (pre-Covid) (chart one) and compared to previous year (chart two): Source: Cirium schedule data. Highlights of recent air service announcements/developments include: Aeromexico upgauged MEX service from 99-seat E190 to 160-seat B737-800 for June 21– Aug. 19, 2024, also Oct. 21-22, 2024 and Dec. 20, 202424 – Jan. 6, 2025 Air Canada resumed service to YVR on May 1, 2024 (served through Oct. 21) & started new service to YUL eff. May 3, 2024 (served through Oct. 22); reduced YVR from 4/Wk to 3/Wk for June-August 2024; Alaska suspended SJC after April 11, 2024 Allegiant new 2/Wk service to EUG started May 31, 2024 (served through Aug. 13); discontinued IAD & OMA after Aug 12; suspended LAS for Aug 13-Jan 6; Allegiant will close its AUS crew base on January 7, 2025 which means service permanently cancelled to BZN, FSD, SDF & SNA after this Summer American summary of 2024 service changes: o Discontinued ABQ, BZN, CVG, CZM, EGE, ELP, IAD, JAX, LIR, MBJ, MCI, MEM, NAS, OKC, PUJ, PVR, RSW, SMF, TPA &TUL o RNO – resumed May 6 o Added Saturday only service to ECP and VPS for June 8 – August 3 o Added 3 roundtrips to AGS in April for the Masters and 2 roundtrips to SDF in May for the Kentucky Derby o AA will discontinue IND service, last op on August 5 o AA added roundtrip service to MSN on Aug 18 (Sun) and 21 (Wed) for the Epic UGM Conf o Following flights added for college football games: DTW round trip on Sept 6 and 8 ATL-AUS on Oct 18 and AUS-ATL on Oct 20 XNA roundtrip on Nov 15 and 17 LEX-AUS on Nov 22 and AUS-LEX on Nov 24 Copa upgauged PTY from 737-800 (154-166 seats) to MAX9 with lie flat seats (174 seats) for May- November and now extended through April, 2025 Delta started BNA 3x MAF 3x & MFE 3x on April 22; added AGS roundtrips on April 10 & 15 for the Masters golf tournament; added service for college football games for the following weekends: Gainesville (GNV) & TPA on Nov. 9, XNA on Nov. 16 & Lexington (LEX) on Nov. 23; DL reduced MAF from 3x->2x eff. Oct. 7, but added new service …
Cargo Facility Lease Briefing Airport Advisory Commission July 10, 2024 John A. Gallo, C.M., ACE Commercial Management – Division Manager Air General – Cargo East Facility 9402 Freight Lane • Air General Lease • 17,698 sq. ft. of building to support their current and future needs • 12,768 sq. ft. of cargo handling area and 20% of the available employee parking area • International Belly Freight – British Airways, KLM, etc… • 10 Year Term - $4.51 million in rental revenue to be collected over the ten year term 2 Air General – Cargo East Facility 9402 Freight Lane 3 DHL Express – CargoPort Building 9401 Cargo Avenue • DHL Express Lease • 44,549 sq. ft. of cargo building space to support their operation • 58,604 sq. ft. of aircraft apron space to support aircraft operations • International and Domestic Cargo • 5 year term with a 5 year option for a total of 10 years • $4.4 million dollars in rental revenue for the first 5 years • $8.8 million dollars in rental revenue for the full 10 years 4 DHL Express – CargoPort Building 5 Thank You! Visit FlyAustin.com for the latest AUS news & info 6
Annual Internal Review 7/1/2023 to 6/30/2024 AIRPORT ADVISORY COMMISSION The Board/Commission mission statement (per City Code 2-1-105) is: The commission shall: (1) review and make recommendations to the council on aviation projects that the Department of Aviation proposes for the capital improvements program; (2) review and make recommendations to the council on proposed aviation grants, including airport trust funds administered by the Federal Aviation Administration; (3) review and make recommendations to the council on aviation contracts that are presented by the Department of Aviation to the council for action; (4) review and make recommendations to the council on the annual operating budget proposed by the Department of Aviation; and (5) review and make policy recommendations to the council on the quality of services at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to citizens of Austin and customers of the airport and long term planning of Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. 1. Describe the board’s actions supporting their mission during the previous calendar year. Address all elements of the board’s mission statement as provided in the relevant sections of the City Code. Eleven monthly meetings and one orientation (July 2023) were conducted. Public Communication included Transportation wayfinding (July 2023); Environmental issues and community engagement (September 2023); Jet-A Fuel Pipeline (November 2023) and (June 2024); Labor and Wage issues (February 2024) Staff Briefings included Finance Report; Air Service Update; Journey with AUS projects; in addition to Discussion Items that include the actions taken by City Council on contracts reviewed and recommended by the Airport Advisory Commission. Commissioners comprising less than quorum participated in Community Interest Events that included Open Houses, Ribbon Cuttings, Groundbreaking Ceremonies, and Air Service Celebrations throughout the year. July 2023 Approved an ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Aviation Department Operating Budget Airport Capital Fund (Ordinance No. 20220817-004) to increase the transfers out in the amount of $88,000,000 and amend the Aviation Department Capital Budget (Ordinance No. 20220817-004) to transfer in and appropriate $88,000,000 for the payment of the settlement to Lonestar Holdings, LLC as approved by City Council on June 1, 2023. Established the Acceleration Working Group related to expediting the Airport Expansion and Development Program. August 2023 Authorized execution of a contract to provide baggage handling system replacement parts, with EPS Logix, INC and Liber Holdings LLC for a five-year contract in an amount not to exceed $875,000. Authorized negotiation and execution of a contract to provide maintenance, support, and related repair parts …
City of Austin Recommendation for Action File #: 24-4903, Agenda Item #: 60. 7/18/2024(cid:4) Posting Language Authorize execution of a contract for airfield lighting and fixture replacement parts with Global Access Supply, Inc., for up to five years for a total contract amount not to exceed $1,000,000. [Note: This solicitation was reviewed for subcontracting opportunities in accordance with City Code Chapter 2- 9B (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). For the goods required for this solicitation, there were no subcontracting opportunities; therefore, no subcontracting goals were established]. Lead Department Financial Services Department. Client Department(s) Department of Aviation. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $50,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Operating Budget of Aviation. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Purchasing Language: The Financial Services Department issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) 8100 KMF1022REBID for these goods. The solicitation was issued on March 25, 2024, and closed on April 23, 2024. Of the two offers received, the recommended contractor submitted the lowest responsive offer. A complete solicitation package, including a tabulation of the bids received, is available for viewing on the City’s website. This information can currently be found at https://financeonline.austintexas.gov/afo/account_services/solicitation/solicitation_details.cfm? sid=140582. For More Information: Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to the Financial Services Department - Central Procurement at: FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500. Respondents to the solicitation and their Agents should direct all questions to the Authorized Contact Person identified in the solicitation. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: July 10, 2024 - To be reviewed by the Airport Advisory Commission. Additional Backup Information: This contract will provide replacement parts for airfield lamps and fixtures at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. The replacement parts are used to maintain the visual aid of the runway and taxiway systems to keep the airport functioning safely and efficiently in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations. The Department of Aviation’s goal is to operate reliable and efficient airport infrastructure and a City of Austin Page 1 of 2 Printed on 7/3/2024 powered by Legistar™ (cid:5) (cid:6) File #: 24-4903, Agenda Item #: 60. 7/18/2024(cid:4) performance indicator of that goal is successfully passing annual inspections conducted by the FAA. The contract replaces a contract that expires September 22, 2024. Requested authorization is based on historical spending and departmental estimates of future needs. The recommended contractor is not the current provider for these goods. …
City of Austin Recommendation for Action File #: 24-4953, Agenda Item #: 59. 7/18/2024(cid:4) Posting Language Authorize negotiation and execution of a contract for preconstruction and construction services for the Airport Expansion and Development Program Utility Infrastructure Campus Wide project with Sundt/Archer Western, a Joint Venture, for a total contract amount not to exceed $120,000,000. [Note: This contract will be awarded in compliance with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 26 (Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program) and City Code Chapter 2-9A (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program) by meeting the goals with 9.89% DBE participation]. Lead Department Financial Services Department. Managing Department Capital Delivery Services. Amount and Source of Funding Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Capital Budget of the Aviation Department. Purchasing Language: The Financial Services Department issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQS) 6100 CLMA054 for these services. The solicitation was issued on February 19, 2024, and closed on March 29, 2024. Two offers were received; the recommended contractor submitted the best-evaluated responsive offer. A complete solicitation package, including a log of offers received, is available for viewing on the City’s website. This information can currently be found at https://financeonline.austintexas.gov/afo/account_services/solicitation/solicitation_details.cfm?sid=140362. Prior Council Action: November 30, 2023 - Council approved construction manager-at-risk methodology. For More Information: Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to the Financial Services Department - Central Procurement at FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500. Respondents to the solicitation and their Agents should direct all questions to the Authorized Contact Person identified in the solicitation. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: July 10, 2024 - To be reviewed by the Airport Advisory Commission. Additional Backup Information: Journey With Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) is Austin-Bergstrom International Airport's multi- year airport expansion, development and improvement program. The vision of the Journey With AUS is to meet the current and future needs of our growing region while staying true to our roots and elevating the City of Austin Page 1 of 2 Printed on 7/5/2024 powered by Legistar™ (cid:5) (cid:6) File #: 24-4953, Agenda Item #: 59. 7/18/2024(cid:4) passenger journey with an authentic Austin and Central Texas experience. The Utility Infrastructure Campus-Wide (UICW) project focuses on upgrading and adding essential utility systems, including electrical, information technology, storm drainage, water quality, and deicing systems. This upgraded infrastructure will support the increased demands of the expanded airport and ensure future growth can be accommodated. The construction manager-at-risk firm will provide preconstruction and …
Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Summary Participation goal stated in the solicitation was 6.32% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE). The recommended firm provided a DBE Compliance Plan that met the goals of the solicitation and was approved by the Small and Minority Business Resources Department. The alternate firm provided a DBE Compliance Plan that met the goals of the solicitation and was approved by the Small and Minority Business Resources Department. TOP RANKED FIRM: NON DBE TOTAL – PRIME Sundt/Archer Western, a Joint Venture, Irving, TX DBE TOTAL – SUBCONSULTANTS Sundt/Archer Western, a Joint Venture – Total Participation: (Consulting services) SNAP Management Group, Inc., Austin, TX (Consulting services) Adisa Communications, Austin, TX (Engineering consulting services) PM Dynamics, LLC, Prosper, TX (Management, construction consulting services) DAVCAR Inc., Austin, TX Arora Engineers, LLC, Irving, TX (Engineering Consulting Services) 0.32% 3.48% 2.02% 3.43% SECOND RANKED FIRM: Flatiron Constructors, Inc. – Total Participation: NON DBE – PRIME Flatiron Constructors, Inc., Austin TX DBE TOTAL – SUBCONSULTANTS 86.26% 86.26% 9.89% 0.64% 92.57% 92.57% 7.43% 1.10% (Quality control, constructability review) (All other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services) 2.94% (Small and Minority Business Consulting) 3.39% Ascent Project Controls Solutions, Mound, TX CAS Consulting & Services, Inc., Austin, TX Haynes-Eaglin-Waters, LLC, Austin, TX
City of Austin Recommendation for Action File #: 24-5097, Agenda Item #: 60. 7/18/2024(cid:4) Posting Language Authorize negotiation and execution of a contract for design, installation, implementation, and staffing of a virtual ramp control system with Saab, Inc. d/b/a Saab, for up to ten years for a total contract amount not to exceed $45,000,000. [Note: This solicitation was reviewed for subcontracting opportunities in accordance with City Code Chapter 2- 9B (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). For the goods and services required for this solicitation, there were insufficient subcontracting opportunities; therefore, no solicitation goals were established. However, the recommended contractor identified subcontracting opportunities]. Lead Department Financial Services Department. Client Department(s) Department of Aviation. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $8,000,000 is available in the Capital Budget of the Department of Aviation. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Purchasing Language: The Financial Services Department issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) 8100 DJJ3005 for these goods and services. The solicitation was issued on April 8, 2024, and closed on May 30, 2024. The recommended contractor submitted the only responsive offer. A complete solicitation package, including a log of the offer received, is available for viewing on the City’s website. This information can currently be found at https://financeonline.austintexas.gov/afo/account_services/solicitation/solicitation_details.cfm?sid=140661. For More Information: Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to the Financial Services Department - Central Procurement at: FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500. Respondents to the solicitation and their Agents should direct all questions to the Authorized Contact Person identified in the solicitation. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: July 10, 2024 - To be reviewed by the Airport Advisory Commission. Additional Backup Information: This contract will provide virtual ramp control (VRC) system design, installation, operation, and implementation at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. The VRC system allows ramp control personnel to manage aircraft movements under all weather conditions without interruption. The system integrates with various technologies and end devices to enhance operational awareness and safety for aircraft parking and ramp movements, City of Austin Page 1 of 2 Printed on 7/5/2024 powered by Legistar™ (cid:5) (cid:6) File #: 24-5097, Agenda Item #: 60. 7/18/2024(cid:4) encompassing the current terminal and concourse ramp areas, as well as future ramp areas. The VRC system offers a complete turnkey solution covering design, configuration, testing, training, and staffing support services for ramp control management. Additionally, a comprehensive concept of operations plan …
Contract Details: Contract Term Initial Term Optional Extension 1 Optional Extension 2 Optional Extension 3 Optional Extension 4 Total Length of Term 2 years 2 years 2 years 2 years 2 years 10 years Contract Authorization $9,000,000 $9,000,000 $9,000,000 $9,000,000 $9,000,000 $45,000,000 Note: Contract Authorization amounts are based on the City’s estimated annual usage.
M/WBE Summary The Small and Minority Business Resources Department (SMBR) determined that no goals are appropriate for this solicitation. Although no goals have been established for this solicitation, the firm was required to comply with the City’s MBE/WBE Procurement Program if areas of subcontracting were identified. The following recommended firm has complied with the City’s MBE/WBE Procurement Program in subcontracting areas identified and were approved by SMBR. NON - MBE/WBE TOTAL - PRIME SAAB, Inc. d/b/a SAAB, East Syracuse, NY NON MBE/WBE – SUBCONTRACTORS Garver, LLC, Frisco, TX (virtual ramp control system installation) Robinson Aviation (RVA), Inc., Oklahoma City, (ramp control operations, staffing, training) 52.04% 47.96% 2.96% 45.00% Revised 1/2023
City of Austin Recommendation for Action File #: 24-4897, Agenda Item #: 55. 7/18/2024(cid:4) Posting Language Authorize negotiation and execution of a professional services contract for engineering services for AUS Building Commissioning Services with Arup US, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $24,000,000. [Note: This contract will be awarded in compliance with City Code Chapter 2-9A (Minority-Owned and Women- Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program) by meeting the goals with 15.00% MBE and 5.00% WBE participation]. Lead Department Financial Services Department. Managing Department Department of Aviation. Amount and Source of Funding Funding is available in the Capital and/or Operating and Maintenance Budget of the Department of Aviation. Purchasing Language: The Financial Services Department issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQS) 6100 CLMP373 for these services. The solicitation was issued on March 25, 2024, and closed on April 24, 2024. Of the 11 offers received, the recommended contractor submitted the best-evaluated responsive offer. A complete solicitation package, including a log of offers received, is available for viewing on the City’s website. This information can currently be found at https://financeonline.austintexas.gov/afo/account_services/solicitation/solicitation_details.cfm?sid=140198. For More Information: Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to the Financial Services Department - Central Procurement at: FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500. Respondents to the solicitation and their Agents should direct all questions to the Authorized Contact Person identified in the solicitation. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: July 10, 2024 - To be reviewed by the Airport Advisory Commission. Additional Backup Information: As a standard business practice, the City routinely engages the services of professional commissioning firms to perform commissioning services associated with construction or improvement of City capital assets. Commissioning is an integral part of any built project which requires measured levels of performance. The City has utilized commissioning services for decades, and this contract provides the best avenue for project teams and building operations to create and maintain optimal performance. Commissioning has been critical to the attainment of the objectives of the Green Building Policy and required green rating attainment throughout the various iterations starting in 2000, 2007, and recently the revised version in 2021 (Resolution No. 20210902- City of Austin Page 1 of 2 Printed on 7/3/2024 powered by Legistar™ (cid:5) (cid:6) File #: 24-4897, Agenda Item #: 55. 7/18/2024(cid:4) 042). This project seeks to bring on a firm that can provide commissioning services across the Airport Expansion and Development Program and Rolling Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) within …
Journey With AUS - Airport Expansion & Development Program Active Projects Update Airport Advisory Commission July 2024 Lyn Estabrook Deputy Chief – Planning & Development Table of Contents ● Utilities Infrastructure Campus-Wide ● Central Utility Plant Relocation ● Parking and Landside: West Garage Lot B ● West Gate Expansion ● Cargo Development East ● Fuel Facility ● West Infill and TSA Checkpoint 3 Expansion ● Airfield Infrastructure – Midfield Taxiways ○ Multiphases overview ○ Major Scopes of Work Commissioning Phases ○ ○ ○ Austin Bridge and Road Contract Authority Grant Funding Opportunities ● Concourse B and Tunnel Utility Infrastructure Campus-Wide ● Latest Updates ○ ○ ○ UICW PES: Phase A Contract Execution on or before June 30, 2024 UICW CMAR Council Award July 18, 2024 CMAR Pre Construction Service NTP by end of August 2024 ● Anticipated Timeline ○ Procurement: Q1 2024 – Q3 2024 ○ Design: Q3 2024 – Q3 2025 ○ Preconstruction: Q3 2024– Q3 2025 ○ Build: Q4 2025 – Q3 2027 Central Utility Plant Relocation ● Latest Updates ○ ○ July 2024 Anticipated Design Build Contract Execution/Notice to Proceed August 2024 Design Builder's Validation of Design Criteria Manual with Scope, Cost and Schedule. ● Anticipated Timeline Procurement: Q4 2023 – Q3 2024 ○ ○ Design: Q3 2024 – Q3 2025 ○ Build: Q2 2025 – Q4 2027 Conceptual rendering Parking and Landside: West Garage Lot B ● Latest Updates ○ ○ ○ ○ Proposed A/E and CMR approved by Airport Advisory Committee Project team began meeting to discuss scope and schedule Proposed A/E and CMR firms approved by City Council 5/30/24 Contract negotiations underway ● Anticipated Timeline Procurement: Q1 2024 – Q3 2024 ○ ○ Design: Q3 2024 – Q3 2025 ○ Build: Q3 2025 – Q1 2028 Conceptual rendering BJT Optimization: West Gates Expansion ● Latest Updates ○ Temporary Gate 33 opened and in use ○ Northside grade beams excavated, formed and concrete placed ○ North trench drain extension ○ completed Steel erection anticipated to begin mid-June ● Anticipated Timeline ○ Build: Q2 2023 – Q1 2026 First Journey With AUS project crane Cargo Development East ● Latest Updates ○ Security System and connection to other aviation systems underway ○ Nearing Substantial Completion ● Anticipated Timeline ○ Activate: Q2 2024 Interior – New East Cargo Building Fuel Facility ● Latest Updates ○ New fuel facility is under ○ operations by Menzies Aviation Landscaping is ongoing …
AIRPORT ADVISORY COMMISSION (AAC) REGULAR MEETING MINUTES July 10, 2024 The Airport Advisory Commission convened in a regular meeting on July 10, 2024 at 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr. Room 1405 Austin, Texas. Wendy Price Todd called the regular meeting to order at 3:02 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Wendy Price Todd, Chair Patrick Rose, Secretary Raymond Young Chad Ennis Doyle Valdez Fang Fang Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Bakari Brock, Vice-Chair Jonathan Coon Jeff Eller Commissioners Absent: Jeremy Hendricks Scott Madole APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the regular AAC meeting on June 12, 2024. A motion to approve was made by Commissioner Rose; Commissioner Young seconded. Motion passed on a 9-0-0-2 vote. Commissioners Hendricks and Madole were absent at this vote. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. May 2024 Financial Results presented by Rajeev Thomas, Chief Financial Officer 3. Air Service Update provided by Jamy Kazanoff, AUS Air Service Development 4. Journey with AUS (AUS AEDP/Capital Improvement Program) Active Projects Update provided by Lyn Estabrook, Deputy Chief Development Officer 5. Update on cargo facility lease agreements with Air General, Inc. and DHL Express, Inc. presented by John Gallo, Commercial Management Division Manager DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS 6. Discussion and possible action to approve the Airport Advisory Commission Annual Internal Review covering the period between July 1, 2023 thru June 30, 2024 and upcoming year's goals. A motion to approve was made by Commissioner Rose Commissioner Young seconded. Motion passed on a 9-0-0-2 vote. Commissioners Hendricks and Madole were absent at this vote. 7. Authorize execution of a contract for airfield lighting and fixture replacement parts with Global Access Supply, Inc., for up to five years for a total contract amount not to exceed $120,000,000. [Note: Chapter 2-9B (Minority-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). For the goods required for this solicitation, there were no subcontracting opportunities; therefore, no subcontracting goals were established]. A motion to approve was made by Commissioner Valdez; Commissioner Ennis seconded. Motion passed on a 9-0-0-2 vote. Commissioners Hendricks and Madole were absent at this vote. 8. Authorize negotiation and execution of a contract for preconstruction and construction services for the Airport Expansion and Development Program Utility Infrastructure Campus Wide project with Sundt/Archer Western, a Joint Venture, for a total contract amount not to exceed $120,000,000. [Note: This contract will be awarded in compliance with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 26 (Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program) and City Code Chapter 2-9A (Minority- Owned …
Water and Wastewater Commission Budget Committee Meeting July 9, 2024 – 3:00pm Waller Creek Center 625 E. 10th St. Austin, Texas Some members may be participating by videoconference. For more information go to: http://www.austintexas.gov/wwc 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 commission liaison at 512-972-0115 or Blanca.Madriz@austintexas.gov. Members of the public wishing to speak in person on the agenda and non-agenda related items must sign up at least ten minutes before the meeting is called to order. AGENDA Marcela Tuñón Sion (District 9), Vice Chair Susan Turrieta (District 10), Chair Budget Committee Members: Sam Angoori (District 5) Judy Musgrove (District 7) CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL APPROVAL OF MINUTES DISCUSSION ITEMS The first 10 speakers who register to speak before the meeting in person or by noon the day before the meeting remotely by telephone, will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. Approval of minutes from the May 20, 2024, Budget Committee of the Water and Wastewater Commission. 1. Austin Water Financial Forecast vs Proposed Budget Update 2. Austin Water Cost of Services Update 3. Austin Water Capital Spending Plan Update 4. Discussion of the Water and Wastewater Commission Budget Recommendations Report DISCUSSION & POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS 5. Review and possible action for future meeting schedule FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Discussion of future agenda items ADJOURN 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 Heather Cooke at Austin Water, 512-972-0083 for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Water and Wastewater Commission, please contact Heather Cooke at Heather.Cooke@austintexas.gov.
FY2025 Proposed vs Forecast $3.1 M FY2025 Proposed FY2025 Forecast Difference Austin Water Operating Requirements Significant Items FY2025 Proposed FY2024 Amended FY2025 Forecast FY2024 Amended Wage Adjustment 29 New FTEs 10% Health Insurance Market Study Adjustment Supplemental Retirement Contribution 10% Retention Stipend Wages and Benefits Chemical Pipes and fittings Meter Contract for Engineering Services Electrical 3.5% Inflation Other Contractuals 3.5% Inflation Other Commodities Fleet Fuel and Maintenance Radio equipment Parts for vehicles Rental-other equipment Contractuals and Commodities Go Purple Initiatives Infrastructure Academy Utility Billing System Support Other Requirements Total Operating Requirements $355.2 M $338.0 M $17.2 M $352.1 M $338.0 M $14.1 M $4.7 M $3.4 M $2.1 M $1.8 M ($0.8) M ($8.3) M $2.9 M $3.5 M $1.1 M $1.0 M $0.4 M ($0.1) M ($0.2) M ($0.3) M ($0.3) M $5.1 M $4.0 M $3.3 M $2.0 M $9.3 M $17.2 M $4.2 M $3.4 M $2.1 M $1.8 M $1.3 M ($8.3) M $4.5 M $4.0 M $1.0 M $0.6 M $2.1 M $0.6 M $0.4 M $8.7 M $1.0 M $1.0 M $14.1 M $0.5 M $0.0 M $0.0 M $0.0 M ($2.1) M $0.0 M ($1.6) M ($0.5) M $1.1 M $0.0 M ($0.2) M ($2.1) M ($0.6) M ($0.5) M ($0.2) M ($0.3) M ($0.3) M ($3.6) M $4.0 M $3.3 M $1.0 M $8.3 M $3.1 M Position Title Explanations EUM Category Austin Water FY2025 Proposed New FTE Detail Administrative Senior Operational Optimization AW Treatment O & M Tech Sr Operational Optimization Human Resources Advisor Sr Operational Optimization This position reduces AW's cycle time for HR investigations and disciplinary actions. The current average caseload is 10/advisor which is above industry standard. Human Resources Advisor Sr Operational Optimization This position converts a long-term temporary position to full-time employment that provides administrative support and records management and serves as the SharePoint point of contact for the Internal Audit Division and the Enterprise Strategic Services Team and as AW's Ethics single point of contact. This position supports internal audits, AW Strategic Plan, continuous improvement, and Effective Utility Management. This position supports AW's centralized Biosolids handling facility that treats primary and secondary waste, activated sludge, through a pipeline from the city's two wastewater treatment plants. Recent improvements increased operational needs for a new transfer pump station and additional treatment functions. This position allows for Hornsby to operate in the same manner as other treatment facilities, with …
Austin Water Water and Wastewater Commission – Budget Committee : Cost of Service Update Joseph Gonzales Asst. Director, Financial Services July 9, 2024 Page 1 of 20 Agenda Austin Water – Water and Wastewater Final Rate Recommendations Public Engagement Information Next Steps Page 2 of 20 Public Engagement Information PIC Survey Results 10 responses from PIC Public Input Opportunities Completed 10 open houses conducted, with one in each Council District Virtual open house conducted on June 13th 3 focus groups conducted for more in- depth conversation Speak Up Austin Surveys 3 Page 3 of 20 Engagement By The Numbers Supply: 325,000 Acre Feet Per Year Local Media 6 Outlets Ran Stories Email Sent Social Media •174,679 email addresses •68.75% open (120,092) •11.5% clicks (20,088) •63 posts (1 paid) •39,830 People Reached •45,650 Impressions Made NextDoor 16,291 Impressions Speak Up Austin • 21,011 Views • 196 Survey Responses Open Houses • 107 Attendees in Person • 20 Attendees, Virtually Austin Neighborhood Council Meeting 32 Attendees Focus Groups •27 Participants to 3 Sessions •More than 300 Applied •56 Survey Responses Page 4 of 20 Public Engagement Information In-Person Open Houses Equity Revenue stability Resilience Conservation Affordability for essential uses Affordability for low income Minimal impact to bills Revenue stability Equity Minimizing impacts Affordability for low income Conservation Resilience Affordability for essential use Affordability for essential use Conservation and resilience Low-income affordability and equity Minimal impacts to bills and revenue stability Affordability (all kinds), equity Conservation and resilience Minimal bill impacts System reliability and revenue stability Speak Up Austin Survey Virtual Open House Focus Groups and Surveys Emailed 5 Page 5 of 20 PIC Survey Results 6 Page 6 of 20 PIC Survey Results What percentage of cash funding for major long-term projects should be recommended? % Cash Financing 7 5 4 3 2 1 0 % Cash Financing 20% 4 25% 1 30% 3 35% 1 I don't know 1 Page 7 of 20 PIC Survey Results How should Austin Water apply rate increases across the 5-tiered volume rates for residential customers? Residential Rate Increase 8 5 4 3 2 1 0 Level % increase- 10% Lower increase for lower blocks- 7%-12% NewGen rates-higher increase for lower blocks NewGen rates-higher increase for lower blocks Other- NewGen rates-slightly higher in lower blocks Other-high increases in higher blocks Rate Increase Pattern 1 4 1 1 1 1 Other-no increase to charges for lower blocks, …
REGULAR MEETING of the URBAN TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION TUESDAY JULY 9, 2024, at 6:00pm PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER ROOM 1405 6310 Wilhemina Delco Drive AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Urban Transportation Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch- atxn-live. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely 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 call or email the staff liaison in advance at (512)-974-3428 or natalie.leone@austintexas.gov no later than noon on Monday July 8, 2024 with the following information: name, item number(s) to speak on, telephone number, and email address. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Heather Buffo - (District 1) Melissa Ortiz- (District 2) Arlin Alvarez- (District 3) Susan Somers, Chair- (District 4) Daniel Kavelman-( District 5) Edward Smith- (District 6) Diana Wheeler- (District 7) Athena Leyton- (District 8) Spencer Schumacher- (District 9) Ruven Brooks, Vice Chair- (District 10) Deshon Brown- (Mayoral Appointee) AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Urban Transportation Commission REGULAR MEETING on June 4, 2024. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Mobility Annual Plan Briefing Presenter: Anna Martin, Assistant Director, Transportation and Public Works DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 3. Discussion and approval of Hays Commons Municipal Utility District Presenter: Sara Groff, Planning Department 4. Discussion and approval of a recommendation on accelerating and improving our Urban Trails network Facilitator: Commissioner Schumacher bikeways Facilitator: Commissioner Schumacher 5. Discussion and approval of a recommendation on a bridge investment in sidewalks and 6. Discussion and approval of the Urban Transportation Commission Annual Report Facilitator: Chair Somers COMMITTEE UPDATES 7. Update from Commissioner Wheeler from the Joint Sustainability Committee regarding 8. Update from Commissioner Schumacher from the Bicycle Advisory Council regarding 9. Update from Commissioner Kavelman from the Pedestrian Advisory Council regarding actions taken at the June 26, 2024 meeting actions taken at the June 18, 2024 meeting actions taken at the June 18, 2024 meeting 10. Update from Chair Somers from the Community Advisory Committee for Austin …
Annual Internal Review This report covers the time period of 7/1/2023 to 6/30/2024 Urban Transportation Commission The Board/Commission mission statement (per the City Code) is: The purpose of the board is to serve as an advisory body to the city council, the city manager, and all other transportation-related departments concerning transportation- related matters including: streets and highways; transportation energy conservation matters; grant applications; bus and rail service; pedestrian and bikeway programs and projects; safety related programs and projects; provision for the needs of the mobility impaired; transportation franchise requests, renewals, rate adjustments, and hours of operation. The commission shall: Review and make recommendations to the city council on all requests for taxicab permits, including annual permits and franchise permits. Annually review and report to the city council on the City's transportation system, including policies and programs. Review, study, and make recommendations to the Planning Commission on: transportation-related projects proposed for inclusion in the Capital Improvements Program; and plans and programs submitted by the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization. Receive and study citizen comments and suggestions in all areas of transportation. In its deliberations: (1) recognize the relationship between transportation and economics, energy, safety, land use, neighborhood integrity, and environmental Annual Review and Work Plan Year Page # quality; and (2) consider transportation access to health care, employment, education, housing, and recreational facilities. Seek to promote close cooperation between the city council, other city boards and commissions, city departments, and individuals, institutions, and agencies concerned with transportation- related activities so that all similar activities in the City may be coordinated to secure the greatest public welfare. 1. Describe the board’s actions supporting their mission during the previous calendar year. Address all elements of the board’s mission statement as provided in the relevant sections of the City Code. Presentations heard with no action taken: Transportation and Management Center Overview Transit Forward Arterial Management Division Overview Pedestrian Hybrid Beacons Congress Avenue Urban Design Project Safe Routes to School Program Equitable Transit Oriented Development Program City Mobility Bond Action Plan Project Connect Update Autonomous Vehicles in Austin Roles and responsibilities of each City department and office involved in the implementation of mobility-related projects and programs Austin Light Rail Update Public Engagement and Strategic Planning for Austin MetroBike …
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Urban Transportation Commission Recommendation Number 20240709-005: Bridge Investment in Sidewalks and Bikeways WHEREAS, the Urban Transportation Commission and Joint Sustainability Committee previously supported an investment of $211,386,000 as part of the Environmental Investment Plan to fund short-term mobility goals found in the ATX Walk Bike Roll Plans; WHEREAS, Urban Transportation Commission Recommendation 20240305-006 noted that the proposed investment should “be considered a bridge investment to ensure adequate funding to reach our short-term mobility goals and that the City Council direct staff to develop a plan for future funding strategies to ensure Austin can reach our long-term mobility goals;” WHEREAS, the Department of Capital Delivery Services (CDS) recommended the City Council develop an Integrated Bond Program Development and Delivery Plan, ensuring reliable project delivery timelines and reestablishing a six-year bond cycle beginning with a November 2026 Bond Election; and WHEREAS, current CDS projections show the Sidewalks Program will be left with only $6,660,751 by September 30th, 2025, leading to an 80.35% reduction in the program’s bond spending from the previous year and a likely similarly sharp cutoff in new sidewalk construction; WHEREAS, the 2024 Local Mobility Annual Plan includes over 110 miles of new and improved bikeways that are currently in development with a likely cost of around $73,699,000.00, based on CDS data and Bike Plan cost assumptions, while only $27,019,731 of 2016 and 2020 Bikeways Bond funding remains unspent; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Urban Transportation Commission recommends that if the City Council opts not to bring forward a comprehensive bond package until 2026, the City Council direct the City Manager to develop a 2024 Bridge Bond Package, not to exceed $75 million, to ensure the Sidewalks and Bikeways programs can maintain their current operating level through 2027; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Urban Transportation Commission supports the creation of an Integrated Bond Program Development and Delivery Plan, and recommends the City Council ensures a future 2026 Bond is integrated with the goals and timelines established in the 2023 ATX Walk-Bike-Roll plans as well as delivers on the promises made to voters as part of the 2016 Corridor Program. Motioned by: Seconded by: Date of Approval: Record of the vote: Attest: _____________________________________________ (Staff or board member can sign)
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Urban Transportation Commission Recommendation Number 20240709-004: WHEREAS, urban trails provide critical connectivity for pedestrians, bicyclists, and other non-motorized users, enhancing mobility and reducing traffic congestion; WHEREAS, the Urban Transportation Commission (UTC) recognizes the value of urban trails in promoting health and physical activity, recreation, safe alternative transportation, and environmental sustainability; WHEREAS, the Austin Strategic Mobility Plan (ASMP) calls on the city to “recognize the Urban Trail System as an integral part of the transportation network,” “provide high-quality Urban Trails that can serve all users,” and “pursue opportunities to connect to and expand the Urban Trails System;” Accelerating and Enhancing the City of Austin Urban Trails Network D R A F T WHEREAS, the ASMP and the 2023 Urban Trails Plan set the goal of building out all 94 miles of the Tier 1 Urban Trails network by 2043; WHEREAS, the projected timeline of completing the Tier 1 Urban Trails network by 2043 is inadequate to address the pressing needs for enhanced mobility within the city, environmental sustainability, and public health benefits that urban trails provide; WHEREAS, the current allocation of 0.4% of the Transportation and Public Works Department operating budget to urban trails is insufficient to meet the growing needs and demands for an expansive and well-maintained urban trail network; WHEREAS, the City of Austin has lagged behind peer cities like San Antonio, Houston, and Atlanta in creating opportunities for trail-facing development that helps activate the surrounding community and create naturally walkable communities; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Urban Transportation Commission recommends that the City Council initiate the development of an equitable Urban Trails Oriented Development strategy, directing staff to evaluate opportunities to: ● Develop a cross-departmental task force with the Departments of Capital Delivery Services, Parks & Recreation, Planning, and Transportation & Public Works to ensure near urban trials; ● Prevent current residents' displacement and create affordable housing opportunities ○ reduced setbacks, ○ maintenance agreements, and ○ securing trail access for emergency vehicles; staff capacity is appropriately distributed and improve coordination on development near Urban Trails; ● Strengthen staff’s abilities to secure trail easements during the site plan review process. ● Review current building codes to verify if trail-friendly retrofits are allowed on existing buildings and evaluate ways to minimize barriers to trail-facing development in City Code; ● Provide incentives for land uses that enhance trail access and expand adjacent amenities (i.e. trail connections, restaurants, …
Briefing on Proposed Hays Commons Municipal Utility District Urban Transportation Commission Sara Groff, Planning Department July 9, 2024 Overview Consider a request for City consent to creation of the Hays Commons Municipal Utility District Background Subject Property Proposed Development Transportation System Improvements/Roadway Plan City Policy Staff Recommendation Board and Commission Review The Urban Transportation Commission is asked to make a recommendation on the creation of the proposed MUD. 2 Background Hays Commons is currently seeking Municipal Utility District (MUD) creation through TCEQ. Hays Commons is partially located in Austin’s ETJ which gives COA the right to negotiate development standards through various agreements. These agreements provide certainty regarding the regulatory requirements applicable to the District and provide the City with assurance of a superior quality of development for the benefit of present and future residents of the City and the District. As part of these agreements, the applicant has requested limited purpose annexation for the entire development. 3 Hays Commons Location Source: Austin Green Application for Consent to Creation of a Water District Exhibit A-2 CCN Boundaries 4 Total Acreage 497.85 acres Single-family (SF3) 621 residential units (20 1-acre lots) Proposed Development Commercial Open Space 13.84 acres 139.66 acres Projected Population 2,188 residents Proposed Total Bonds $125,000,000 Proposed District Tax Rate $1.00/$100 Assessed Value at Build-out $495,740,000 5 Transportation System Improvements Preliminary cost estimates indicate that the District will issue bonds to finance $13,220,00 in transportation improvements over two road bonds. The Project’s external connections to SH 45 and FM 1626, including transportation network improvements through street construction, traffic signals and pedestrian facilities shall be funded and constructed by the Owners, as determined by a TIA approved by TxDOT. Streets within the Hays Commons Project will be constructed in accordance with the applicable City or County transportation criteria as generally depicted on the Roadway Plan. 6 Roadway Plan 7 Roadway Plan 8 City Policy Regarding District Creation Criteria outlined in Resolution No. 20110217-030 summarized: Will the proposed district provide more benefit to the City than a standard development process, conventional financing, or other type of district? Do proposed agreements include commitments to superior development consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and City Code? Does the district confer extraordinary public benefits such as land use control through zoning, public amenities, and connectivity with …
2024 Local Mobility Annual Plan Briefing URBAN TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION Anna Martin, Transportation and Public Works TUESDAY, JULY 9, 2024 About the Local Mobility Annual Plan • Began with 2016 Mobility Bond but adapted with add’l investments in 2018 and 2020 • A forecasting tool to provide transparent, accountable list of projects made possible by the Mobility Bond programs • Annualized frequency enables more flexible and opportunistic leveraging with other programs, private development and dynamic needs of the urban mobility network 2 2 Hold charrette with partners to identify coordination opportunities 1 Programs share data on planned projects. 6 Collect and prepare data for next cycle. 3 Develop DRAFT Local Mobility Annual Plan (LMAP) and share with Council offices 4 Release DRAFT LMAP to public for comment 5 Incorporate feedback and finalize plan Project Development and Delivery: Project specific design, public process, and/ or construction notification, installation. 3 Local Mobility Program Success • Flexible, small-scale delivery has allowed teams to move fast and meet 2016 Bond expectations for 8-year delivery: • $119M of $137M spent on projects on the ground • 2016 Sidewalks, Vision Zero, and Substandard Streets programs are complete • 2016 Safe Routes to School and Bikeways programs on track to complete this year • Urban Trails program moved under leadership of Sidewalks team with focus on speeding up delivery 4 2024 MOBILITY ANNUAL PLAN INTERACTIVE MAP 5 SIDEWALKS 6 SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL 7 URBAN TRAILS 8 STREET REHABILITATION 9 SAFETY/VISION ZERO 10 BIKEWAYS 11 2016, 2018, 2020 Mobility Bond Projects Completed and in Construction • The Local Mobility Programs have improvements at thousands of locations over the past 8 years • A map-based viewer is currently under development 7/9/2024 12 AUSTINTEXAS.GOV/mobilityannualplan 13
Annual Internal Review This report covers the time period of 7/1/2023 to 6/30/2024 Urban Transportation Commission The Board/Commission mission statement (per the City Code) is: The purpose of the board is to serve as an advisory body to the city council, the city manager, and all other transportation-related departments concerning transportation- related matters including: streets and highways; transportation energy conservation matters; grant applications; bus and rail service; pedestrian and bikeway programs and projects; safety related programs and projects; provision for the needs of the mobility impaired; transportation franchise requests, renewals, rate adjustments, and hours of operation. The commission shall: Review and make recommendations to the city council on all requests for taxicab permits, including annual permits and franchise permits. Annually review and report to the city council on the City's transportation system, including policies and programs. Review, study, and make recommendations to the Planning Commission on: transportation-related projects proposed for inclusion in the Capital Improvements Program; and plans and programs submitted by the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization. Receive and study citizen comments and suggestions in all areas of transportation. In its deliberations: (1) recognize the relationship between transportation and economics, energy, safety, land use, neighborhood integrity, and environmental Annual Review and Work Plan 2024 Page 2 quality; and (2) consider transportation access to health care, employment, education, housing, and recreational facilities. Seek to promote close cooperation between the city council, other city boards and commissions, city departments, and individuals, institutions, and agencies concerned with transportation- related activities so that all similar activities in the City may be coordinated to secure the greatest public welfare. 1. Describe the board’s actions supporting their mission during the previous calendar year. Address all elements of the board’s mission statement as provided in the relevant sections of the City Code. Presentations heard with no action taken: Transportation and Management Center Overview Transit Forward Arterial Management Division Overview Pedestrian Hybrid Beacons Congress Avenue Urban Design Project Safe Routes to School Program Equitable Transit Oriented Development Program City Mobility Bond Action Plan Project Connect Update Autonomous Vehicles in Austin Roles and responsibilities of each City department and office involved in the implementation of mobility-related projects and programs Austin Light Rail Update Public Engagement and Strategic Planning for Austin MetroBike …
URBAN TRANSPORTATION MEETING MINUTES (Tuesday, July 9, 2024) URBAN TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, July 9, 2024 The Urban Transportation Commission convened in a REGULAR meeting on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at the Permitting and Development Center in Austin, Texas. Chair Somers called the Urban Transportation Commission Meeting to order at 6:29 p.m. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Susan Somers, Chair Ruven Brooks, Vice Chair Spencer Schumacher Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Diana Wheeler Deshon Brown Edward Smith PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Ryan Saunders – Commercial Loading Zones/Crosswalk prioritization APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the URBAN TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING on 6/4/2024. The minutes from the meeting of 6/4/2024 were approved on Commissioner Smith’s motion, Commissioner Schumacher’s second on a 6-0 vote; Commissioners Buffo, Ortiz, Alvarez, and Kavelman absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Mobility Annual Plan Briefing The commission received a presentation on the Local Mobility Annual Plan from Anna Martin, Transportation and Public Works. 1 URBAN TRANSPORTATION MEETING MINUTES (Tuesday, July 9, 2024) DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 3. Discussion and approval of Hays Commons Municipal Utility District The Commission received a presentation from Sara Groff, Planning Department Approved on Commissioner Schumacher’s motion, Commissioner Wheeler’s second on a 6-0 vote; Commissioners Buffo, Ortiz, Alvarez, and Kavelman absent. 4. Discussion and approval of recommendation on accelerating and improving our Urban Trails network Approved on Commissioner Schumacher’s motion, Commissioner Somers’s second on an 6-0 vote; Commissioners Buffo, Ortiz, Alvarez, and Kavelman absent. 5. Discussion and approval of a recommendation on bridge investments in sidewalks Amendment: Commissioner Schumacher’s motion, Commissioners Somers’s second, on a 6-0 vote; Commissioners Buffo, Ortiz, Alvarez, and Kavelman absent. Approved on Commissioner Schumacher’s motion, Commissioner Somers’s second on a 6-0 vote; Commissioners Buffo, Ortiz, Alvarez, and Kavelman absent. 6. Discussion and approval of the Urban Transportation Commission Annual Report Amendment 1: Commissioner Somers’s motion, Commissioners Schumacher’s second, on a 6-0 vote; Commissioners Buffo, Ortiz, Alvarez, and Kavelman absent. Amendment 2: Commissioner Somers’s motion, Commissioners Schumacher’s second, on a 6-0 vote; Commissioners Buffo, Ortiz, Alvarez, and Kavelman absent. Approved on Commissioner Somers’s motion, Commissioner Smith’s second on a 6-0 vote; Commissioners Buffo, Ortiz, Alvarez, and Kavelman absent. Chair Somers adjourned the meeting at 8:03 p.m. without objection. The minutes were approved at the 8/6/2024 meeting on Commissioner Smith’s motion, Commissioner Wheeler’s second on a 6-0 vote; with one vacancy and Commissioners Alvarez, Ortiz and Brown off the dais. 2
REGULAR CALLED MEETING of the PLANNING COMMISSION TUESDAY, July 9, 2024, 6:00 PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARD AND COMMISSION ROOM, ROOM 1101 301 WEST 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 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. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely. Registration no later than 2 PM the day of the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. For more information on public comment, please see the agenda section “Speaker Registration”. Please contact Nicole Corona, Staff Liaison, for questions regarding speaker registration at nicole.corona@austintexas.gov or by phone at 512-974-3146. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Claire Hemple, Chair (District 8) Awais Azhar, Vice Chair (Mayor’s Representative) Greg Anderson, Secretary (District 4) Alice Woods, Parliamentarian (District 2) Patrick Howard (District 1) Felicity Maxwell (District 5) Jennifer Mushtaler (District 6) EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS: Ryan Johnson (District 7) Danielle Skidmore (District 9) Grayson Cox (District 10) Alberta Phillips (Mayor’s Representative) Adam Haynes (Mayor’s Representative) Jessica Cohen, Chair of Board of Adjustment Candace Hunter, AISD Board of Trustees TC Broadnax, City Manager Richard Mendoza – Director of Transportation and Public Works EXECUTIVE SESSION (No public discussion) The Planning Commission will announce it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, according to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, to receive advice from Legal Counsel on matters Attorney: Steve Maddox +1 (512) 974-6080 Commission Liaison: Nicole Carona (512) 974-3146 specifically listed on the agenda. The Commission may not conduct a closed meeting without the approval of the city attorney. Private Consultation with Attorney – Section 551.071. CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA The first four speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Planning Commission regular meeting on June 11, 2024 and June 25, 2024. PUBLIC HEARINGS 2. Plan Amendment: NPA-2023-0010.02 - East 2nd Street - 2300 Block; District 3 Location: 109, 111, 113 Mildred Street and 2305, 2307 E. 2nd Street (Unit A), 2307 E. 2nd Street (Unit B), 2311 E. 2nd Street, Lady Bird Lake Watershed Owner/Applicant: Patrica Ann Pope; LaFayette 2109, LLC; and Isdale Investments, Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: LLC; and Emily Kolb …
